Pre-conference workshops, 2-5 pm

• This workshop will focus on how administrators, staff, and faculty can use a practical      set of tools and standards to advance gender inclusion, equity, and belonging. There is a consistent need to identify and address barriers that prevent full participation and engagement in all aspects of the higher education experience for gender expansive students—from gender-inclusive spaces, to admissions and recruitment, to staff and faculty hiring and retention practices, to culturally responsive teaching and learning pedagogies, and beyond. Facilitators: Dr. Jamie MaKinster, Vice Provost for Assessment, Accreditation and Institutional Effectiveness, Hobart and William Smith Colleges and Dr. Luca E. Lewis, Vice President of Student Affairs, Ventura County Community College. ($70)
• Preconference B: Forging a Balanced and Harmonious Career
  As out and proud LGBTQ leaders, we are always striving to lead authentic and fulfilling professional lives. This workshop presents a mindfulness framework from yoga—the chakra system—that can help us lay solid foundations by attending to several interrelated dimensions: balance; growing our voice; clarifying our vision; and committing to our purpose. This interactive workshop is based on the forthcoming book “The Faculty Guide to a Balanced and Harmonious Career: Yogic Strategies for Self-Growth and Fulfillment.” The workshop will include theory and research-based strategies, as well as moments of engagement, networking, and reflection. Facilitator: Dr. Michele DiPietro, Executive Director for Faculty Development, Recognition, and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, and a Professor in the School of Data Science and Analytics at Kennesaw State University. ($70)

5:30 pm, Welcome reception for early arrivals, MIAD Union