Beyond Tolerance Workshop Series
All Workshops will take place at 7:00pm in the Sill BoardRoom of the vonLeibig Center for Science unless otherwise noted
Eli GREEN
September 19 - Trans Conversations
You've seen Will and Grace... You know that Ellen DeGeneres is a lesbian... Maybe you have a bisexual friend... But are you still wondering just what the "T" in LGBT stands for anyways? You are not alone. Come find out more about trans identities and experiences, how the T fits in with the LGB, the important civil rights struggles of the trans community, and you can be a strong ally! Whether you have never heard of trans issues, or have lots of experience in the community - this workshop has something for you!
Special Session: Trans Issues in Res Life
September 19 - 9:00pmMore and more, there is a trend that transpeople are coming out younger - often during their college career. Would you know how to support one of your residents coming out as trans? Come learn more about the unique challenges of trans college students and what you and Juanita College can do to be prepared. This interactive discussion will offer information, resources and guidance towards creating a trans-friendly space.
Eli is a self-described 'genderwarrior' and 'social-justice and gender-junkie.' Eli is an academic, activist, educator, author, and researcher who focuses largely on addressing gender based systems of oppression.
Eli resides in New York City, working at The Hetrick-Martin Institute with trans and queer youth, and travels around the country speaking at conferences and leading educational trainings. Current projects include working towards a doctorate in Human Sexuality at Widener University in Philadelphia, PA, chairing the Board of Directors of Trans-Academics.org and working on the publication of the Community Needs Assessment Survey results.
For more information on Eli Green visit www.genderwarrior.net.
Jorge Zeballos
October 24th - Cosmic Race, Rainbow People and other Myth
Diversity consultant Jorge Zeballos exlpores the racial identity of Latinos in this workshop. As the Latino population has become the largest population of color in the country, there is increased scrutiny into how it defines itself racially. How do they see themselves? As white? As indigenous? As black? As mixed?
These questions are explored in the workshop by examining the historical and contemporary forces that shape that identity. After setting the historical context, participants are led through an honest dialogue on the impact of this issue on the struggle for social justice in this country and in Latin America.
James Felton
March 26th - The Arts, Gardens, and Urban Communities as a Social Justice Paradigm
7:00pm Sill Board Room
This workshop provides an overview of two burgeoning social justice initiatives taking place in major cities across the nation. This workshop will provide an overview of these initiatives, as well as, explain how these programs contribute to community sustainability and urban renewal in the United States.
March 26th - Culturally Centered Leadership
12:00pm Faculty Lounge Annex, Baker Refectory
This workshop will examine the process of leadership from a cultural perspective. Participants will explore some of the values and beliefs held by “traditionally” underrepresented groups in higher education. Additionally, participants will develop strategies to integrate the implicit leadership theories of these various groups with the values and beliefs shared by all members of the campus community.
James Felton is director of Multicultural Affairs at Lebanon Valley College in Anheim Pennsylvania. He has also held administrator and adjunct instructor positions at The Office of the Chancellor for the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, Harrisburg Area Community College, and the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Mr. Felton earned his B.A. degree in Psychology and his M.A. degree in Educational Administration from Western Maryland College, and is presently earning his Ph.D. in Administration and Leadership Studies at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
RainbowEagle
April 2nd - Mother Earth Speaks
Rainbow Eagle is an Okla-Choctaw American Indian. He is a Wisdom Keeper, honored with the responsibility of an Ancient Native American Peace Shield and also holds a master's degree in education from NorthEastern Oklahoma State University. His workshop at Juniata will focus on Native teachings that remind us how to live in balance with each other and mother earth.