Why Black Lives Matter @ Penn State Harrisburg

Tuesday, September 22, 2020
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This forum will focus on the rhetoric of the BLM movement and the impact of racial injustice on our campus community. Our hope is to create a brave space where various life experiences and perspectives are heard and honored.

Panelists

  • Stephanie Winkeljohn Black, Ph.D.
    Assistant Professor of Psychology, Penn State Harrisburg
  • Kimeka Campbell
    Greater Harrisburg Young Professionals of Color
    Penn State Alumna
  • Danielle Lynch
    Athletic Coach, Penn State Harrisburg
  • Carlos Wiley, Ph.D.
    Director, Paul Robeson Cultural Center, Penn State University

Subtle Slights and the Impact of Bias on Cultural Identity and Mental Wellbeing

Tuesday, October 27 and Wednesday, October 28, 2020
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

How do we handle the unspoken often unrecognized “little things” that foster sentiments and attitudes of inequity and incivility? Microaggressions speak to the attitudes, dispositions, and comments that many times lead to the devaluing of members of a community. This session will focus on recognizing, validating, and ultimately managing the display and impact of microaggressions.

Presenter
Shakoor Ward, Ph.D.
Professional Development Coordinator, Penn State University

CROSSROADS: Understanding the Trauma of Racism

Wednesday, January 27, 2021
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Incidents of race-based discrimination can have damaging psychological and physical impacts on individuals. We invite you to join us as we examine the relationship between racism and trauma and its pervasiveness among marginalized groups.

Panelists:

  • Salman Majeed, MD
    Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Penn State Hershey Medical Center
  • TaLisa Ramos-Watts
    Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Millersville University
  • David Saunders
    Director, Office of Health Equity at Pennsylvania Department of Health

How Sexual and Gender-Based Behavior Creates a Hostile Work Environment

Tuesday, February 23 and Wednesday, February 24, 2021
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This session provides basic guidelines for understanding and preventing sexual and Gender-based harassment in the workplace. Case studies are referenced throughout the session for participants to discuss and assess what qualifies as severe behavior, particularly at Penn State.

Presenter:
Shakoor Ward, Ph.D.
Professional Development Coordinator, Penn State University