Calendar of Events and Holidays

Below in each month are posted programs and events sponsored or supported by the Diversity Education Program and other campus departments.


Communication Across Gender in the Workplace

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 8:30 am - noon, 130 Hoagland Hall
Facilitated by Catrina Wagner and Steven Baissa

Are the communication patterns of women and men really that different? This course will help participants explore the different communication styles of men and women in the workplace. The communication strengths and challenges of cross gender interactions will be examined and tools for communicating that bridge the differences will be introduced.



Part of the Cross-Cultural Competence Certificate Series
Cultural competence is defined as a set of behaviors, attitudes, and policies that help organizations and staff work effectively with people of different cultures. This series explores the rich dynamics of cross cultural interactions and provides participants with knowledge and skill to increase their effectiveness in relating across cultural differences. Those who complete five of the workshops in the series will receive a certificate of participation