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June 2023
LGBTQ+ Pride & History Bingo
We invite all members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and our allies to join us for an afternoon of food, prizes, & fun! Earn extra goodies if you volunteer to share what you know about historical places, people, and phrases, but no one will be put on the spot. Registration is required.
Find out more »Summer Sabbatical
Reflect and recalibrate to remain focused on your priorities. We welcome you to use this WEEKLY time to evaluate your productivity, and to outline the next steps you'll take to stay on track towards your goals. This quiet, co-working space will offer light refreshments, and provide a moment for a self-accountability check point on your own terms. This summer, we encourage you to be intentional, and strategic; purposeful in your scholastic endeavors during these events, so that you may relish…
Find out more »July 2023
Summer Sabbatical
Reflect and recalibrate to remain focused on your priorities. We welcome you to use this WEEKLY time to evaluate your productivity, and to outline the next steps you'll take to stay on track towards your goals. This quiet, co-working space will offer light refreshments, and provide a moment for a self-accountability check point on your own terms. This summer, we encourage you to be intentional, and strategic; purposeful in your scholastic endeavors during these events, so that you may relish…
Find out more »Summer Sabbatical
Reflect and recalibrate to remain focused on your priorities. We welcome you to use this WEEKLY time to evaluate your productivity, and to outline the next steps you'll take to stay on track towards your goals. This quiet, co-working space will offer light refreshments, and provide a moment for a self-accountability check point on your own terms. This summer, we encourage you to be intentional, and strategic; purposeful in your scholastic endeavors during these events, so that you may relish…
Find out more »Summer Sabbatical
Reflect and recalibrate to remain focused on your priorities. We welcome you to use this WEEKLY time to evaluate your productivity, and to outline the next steps you'll take to stay on track towards your goals. This quiet, co-working space will offer light refreshments, and provide a moment for a self-accountability check point on your own terms. This summer, we encourage you to be intentional, and strategic; purposeful in your scholastic endeavors during these events, so that you may relish…
Find out more »August 2023
Rescheduling – WE RISE Fall Kick Start
This event is being rescheduled. We will announce the new date soon. Let's get this school year started off right! Come on by, meet some new friends, and reconnect with old ones. Everyone needs a community, and we'll help you increase yours while you enjoy a delicious lunch. We can't wait to tell you what we have planned for you this year! We ask that you register so we will have enough food for everyone! Register now
Find out more »October 2023
WE RISE – Intergroup Dialogue Part 1
Part 1 Intergroup Dialogue - Authentic Connections Students are encouraged, but not required, to attend Part 2, Intentional Collaborations. WE RISE Intergroup Dialogue Series. Students will engage in self-reflection, dialogue, and storytelling in these sessions. During the first session, graduate students will center their conversations around building and establishing authentic connections. Our second session will focus on collaborating effectively to maximize their graduate experience. Our goal is for participants to leave knowing more about themselves personally and professionally so that…
Find out more »WE RISE – Brotherhood of Success (B.O.S)
The Brotherhood of Success (BOS) is a space for self-identified men of color in graduate or professional schools looking to connect, share, grow, and learn in solidarity. We are planning bi-weekly gatherings at various locations. This first casual gathering will be held at the Steel String Brewery in Carrboro (106A S Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC 27510) When: Friday, October 20, from 6 to 7:30 pm This is a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make new friends. Don't…
Find out more »WE RISE – Intergroup Dialogue Part 2
Part 2 Intentional Collaborations - Authentic Connections Students are encouraged, but not required, to attend Part 1, Authentic Connections. WE RISE Intergroup Dialogue Series. Students will engage in self-reflection, dialogue, and storytelling in these sessions. During the first session, graduate students will center their conversations around building and establishing authentic connections. Our second session will focus on collaborating effectively to maximize their graduate experience. Our goal is for participants to leave knowing more about themselves personally and professionally so that…
Find out more »November 2023
BOS- Navigating UNC as a Man of Color
Come out and have a great dialogue on what it is like to be a graduate man of color at UNC. This dynamic talk with Mr. Simms will help you manage toxic work environments and advisors, how to establish a life/work balance, and general wisdom from Mr. Simms, who navigated it all. Jeffrey Simms is an Assistant Professor and Director of Professional Development and Alumni Affairs for the Department of Health Policy & Management at the UNC Gillings School of…
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