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13
Anti-Black Racism Training Confronting Anti-Black Racism on College Campuses (Day 2 of 2)
August 13, 2020, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
California State University Stanislaus is hosting a 2-day professional development training for educators, full of talks, workshops, and discussions to support educators in confronting anti-Black racism on college campuses.There will be a focus on undergraduates, but the schedule of speakers indicate that there are many topics relevant for the support of all Black students and faculty, and in understanding anti-Black racism in academia in general. Mon
17
YMCA Learning Camp Registration (starts August 7)
August 17, 2020, Registration times provided in description
Since many schools are opening with distance learning this fall, UCSF Campus Life Services’ Family Services in partnership with the YMCA have launched “Learning Camps” for UCSF families. YMCA learning camps will be fee-based and held on-site at Mission Bay, Parnassus Heights, and Laurel Heights to help with distance learning and provide enrichment activities. Camps are organized by age groups (TK-2nd, 3rd-5th, and 6th-8th grades); children will socialize within a consistent group of 12,... Wed
19
Anti-Blackness and Its Link to Racism: Part II
August 19, 2020, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. (webinar) and 1:30 p.m. (post-discussion)
The Multicultural Resource Center welcomes you to join us for Dante King’s second installation of this series on anti- Black Racism will examine the impact of structural racism and anti-blackness. Participants will reflect on the value of multi-dimensional aspects of diversity, including class, age, gender, ethnicity, rights, access, etc. to understand the advantages and disadvantages that can lead to inequities between groups. Wed
19
Supporting Children During Remote Learning with Emphasis on Equity and Mental Health
August 19, 2020, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Families will once again be navigating distance learning as Bay Area schools remain shuttered for at least the beginning of the fall semester. To get more information about supporting students during remote learning and the considerations for a safe return to in-person instruction, please join UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals for the second of three webinars. Wed
19
ISSO Parenting During COVID-19: Discussion
August 19, 2020, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join the ISSO’s Programs Director, Holly Nigorizawa and Study Abroad Manager and International Liaison, Travis Pentz for a casual conversation on parenting young children (0-4 years old) during COVID-19. They will share what has worked, what hasn't worked, ways of coping and finding ways to connect with other families during this pandemic. International students and scholars are invited to share their parenting wins and struggles in this community conversation. Thu
20
Postdoc Virtual Community Lunch
August 20, 2020, 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Join us via Zoom (check your email for the password)
Every other Thursday, 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Hosted by the Office for Postdoctoral Scholars and the Postdoctoral Scholars Association Thu
20
ISSO Third Thursday Meet + Mingle
August 20, 2020, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
It was great mingling with international scholars last week during our First Thursday Meet + Mingle. Scholars connected over living in the same on campus housing, talked about struggles and wins during social distance and connected over shared interests. This is a great virtual opportunity to meet fellow UCSF internationals after work for some casual conversation. We encourage you to join us!
Please RSVP by Wednesday, August 19 to recieve the Zoom link. Tue
25
ISSO Netflix Party + Zoom Discussion: American Factory
August 25, 2020, 5:30 p.m.
American Factory is an Academy Award winning documentary that follows the Chinese company Fuyao Glass as it opens a factory in Moraine, Ohio and employs both American and Chinese workers. The film shows the difference in work culture between American workers and the Chinese workers that arrive to reopen and re-staff the factory. The film is recommended for audience ages 14+
To participate you will need: Thu
03
Postdoc Virtual Community Lunch
September 3, 2020, 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Join us via Zoom (check your email for the password)
Every other Thursday, 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Hosted by the Office for Postdoctoral Scholars and the Postdoctoral Scholars Association