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Welcome Remarks from Bentley University's Juneteeth Celebration
Welcome Remarks from Bentley University's Juneteeth Celebration
By Patrick J. Couillard Hale
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How can you overcome resistance in large group facilitation?
Another piece to consider is being mindful of how participants engage and the dynamics of who is in the room. For example, if you are leading facilitation exercises where people in the room have supervisory relationships, how do you ensure that you create an environment where individuals feel safe to share ideas, thoughts, etc. without it potentially impacting employee relationships? Also, some of the tools that were named here are great to consider, especially when thinking about how to balance participation to enable introverts to contribute in ways that feel comfortable for them.
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How can you overcome resistance in large group facilitation?
I believe it’s also important that a facilitator be able to translate the facilitation process to the bottom line, vision, or mission of an organization. Most people who are resistant either are apprehensive about time being wasted or fail to understand the “why” behind something.
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DEI is not an "ideology." Diversity is the reality. We live in a world that is full of diversity. It's not only a reality, but a necessity. Equity…
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The brilliant Sofia B. Pertuz, PhD, ACC, CDE® and I collaborated on a chapter for NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education's book…
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I clearly need to up my selfie game 🤣 but the most important people in these pictures are the students! Today’s Convocation was special in every way…
I clearly need to up my selfie game 🤣 but the most important people in these pictures are the students! Today’s Convocation was special in every way…
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Education
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Indiana University Bloomington
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Activities and Societies: Indiana University Student Personnel Association
Graduate assistant for IU's CommUNITY Education Program, intern for New Student Orientation, and webmaster for Indiana University Student Personnel Association.
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Activities and Societies: Illinois Leadership Center Volunteer, Q of Allen Hall, Eusa Nia, 2008 Midwest Bisexual Lesbian Gay Transgender Ally College Conference (Co-Chair)
Volunteer Experience
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Co-Chair, Gender and Sexuality Knowledge Community
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
- 2 years 1 month
Education
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NUFP Liaison Core Member, Gender and Sexuality Knowledge Community
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
- 3 years 1 month
Education
Connect current NUFP fellows and M/NUFP alumni to the knowledge community; develop opportunities for networking at NASPA annual conferences; support the mission of the NASPA Undergraduate Fellow Program; serve as a member of the NUFP Advisory Board Alumni subcommittee
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Secretary & Treasurer, Region I Conference
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
- 1 year
Education
Take notes during conference committee meetings, assist with budget and spending tracking, work with NASPA Regional Treasurer to process expenditures, check requests, and contracts for conference-related events; performed conference-related tasks as needed
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Newsletter Core Member, GLBT Issues Knowledge Community
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
- 1 year 4 months
Education
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Publications Chair, Region I Conference
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
- 2 years
Education
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Planning Committee Co-Chair
2008 Midwest Bisexual Lesbian Gay Transgender Ally College Conference
- 2 years 5 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
Directed planning of conference for 1,400 students, staff, and professionals from 13 states in the Midwest region; Supervised fundraising initiatives to meet $120,000 budget in conference expenses; Secured financial sponsorship from major corporations, independent donors, and university departments; Chaired conference oversight committee to select bids for future annual conferences
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NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program Advisory Board Member
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
- 3 years 1 month
Education
Serve as Liaison to the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Knowledge Community, as well as Region I Coordinator on behalf of the advisory board.
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Club SuperConnector, LGBTQ+ (Pride) Club
Boston While Black
- Present 7 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
Create community among BWB members by organizing in-person events and gatherings on a quarterly basis; develop relationships with members to encourage participation in club and larger community events; collaborate with BWB leadership and membership at large in organizing events and engagement opportunities; collaborate with Digital Co-Lead in member outreach and delivery of regular content in online social media platform for members
Courses
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First Year Experience
CAS FY 101
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First-Year Experience
APL 001
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Foundations for Residential Education
EDUC-U 450
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Human Relations in University Residence Halls
EDHI 202
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Identity, Inclusion, and Social Action
CAS FY 103
Projects
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Trigger Warning: How to Identify and Respond to Workplace Microaggressions
This project was a conference educational session presented at the 99th NASPA Annual Conference on March 13, 2017 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, TX.
Abstract: The student affairs profession continues to grow more diverse by the day. Yet, amidst this increasing diversity, many practitioners are still marginalized and triggered in work settings. Participants will hear stories of colleagues' experiences with microaggressions in the workplace, and identify…This project was a conference educational session presented at the 99th NASPA Annual Conference on March 13, 2017 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, TX.
Abstract: The student affairs profession continues to grow more diverse by the day. Yet, amidst this increasing diversity, many practitioners are still marginalized and triggered in work settings. Participants will hear stories of colleagues' experiences with microaggressions in the workplace, and identify strategies for how to respond to them.Other creators -
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Many Rivers to Cross: How to Support Queer Professionals and Graduate Students of Color
This project was an educational session presented at the 2016 NASPA Annual Conference on March 15, 2016 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN.
Abstract: Queer graduate students and professionals of color face unique challenges in the work place. They approach life and their work from an intersectional lens that is often marginalized and misunderstood. The presenters will name and honor those challenges from personal narratives, research, and theoretical framework…This project was an educational session presented at the 2016 NASPA Annual Conference on March 15, 2016 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN.
Abstract: Queer graduate students and professionals of color face unique challenges in the work place. They approach life and their work from an intersectional lens that is often marginalized and misunderstood. The presenters will name and honor those challenges from personal narratives, research, and theoretical framework. Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in dialogue that covers challenges, best practices, and support skills needed when working with queer colleagues of color.Other creators -
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Walk A Mile In My Shoes: The Trayvon Martin Case and Implications on Students of Color
NASPA 2014 Annual Conference
Abstract: Working in Student Affairs, we have an opportunity to impact students' college experience. This year's incoming class are Trayvon Martin's contemporaries. Looking at the impact of the case on students, especially students of color, this roundtable discussion will link perception of race relations and images of black men with the development of black professionals in higher education. Participants will be able to self-reflect and examine whether…NASPA 2014 Annual Conference
Abstract: Working in Student Affairs, we have an opportunity to impact students' college experience. This year's incoming class are Trayvon Martin's contemporaries. Looking at the impact of the case on students, especially students of color, this roundtable discussion will link perception of race relations and images of black men with the development of black professionals in higher education. Participants will be able to self-reflect and examine whether thereʼs conflict in perception versus the experiences endured in a professional setting.Other creators -
Honors & Awards
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Outstanding Student Life Program
Office of Student Affairs, Stonehill College
Received for a collaborative program, "The Love of God is for Everyone: Exploring the Intersection of Faith, Gender & Sexuality", shared with Amanda Fay Dolan '19 and Erica Stewart, Campus Minister for Community Service & Partnerships
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Outstanding Program Award
Commission on Multicultural Understanding (COMU), Indiana University Bloomington
Received for successful coordination of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Immersion Trip to Atlanta, GA in January 2010
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Outstanding Program Award
Commission on Multicultural Understanding (COMU), Indiana University Bloomington
Received for involvement in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Summit program in January 2009. Award shared with members of the Unity Summit Planning Committee.
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Outstanding Student Organization Lavender Award
LGBT Resource Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Received on behalf of the Midwest Bisexual Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Ally College Conference Planning Committee for organizing the 2008 conference at the University of Illiinois.
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Robert P. Larsen Human Development Award
Counseling Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Received on behalf of MBLGTACC 2008 for contributions to the enhancement of student development on the University of Illinois campus.
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Emerging Leader Lavender Award
LGBT Resource Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Received for my work as a growing leader within the greater LGBT community at the University of Illinois
Languages
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish
Elementary proficiency
Organizations
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NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
Gender and Sexuality KC Co-Chair Elect (2017-present), NUFP Advisory Board Member (2014-2017), Region I Conference Committee Member (2010-2013)
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