Might be something for Huy to look into. They also mentioned that they would be willing to serve as a sort of connection between a facilitator and the departments - sort of a way in. Dean Tim Gleason, Journalism Tim shared that he is concerned that there is a lack of response regarding diversity issues. That he thinks many faculty members are burnt out and know that there are problems, but don t know what to do about it. We should come out with solutions.
Sensitivity training needs to be couched well.
They have a high school workshop for a week long. Successful completion of the week can result in a partial or somewhat full scholarship to the Jschool. Thinks communication is the key to our successes and initiatives. Also is concerned with issues of free speech and restricting speech. Says it shouldn t be a dichotomy of either a proactive climate or protect free speech.