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Breakthroughs in Conversations about Race Dr. Charla Long Ms. Beth Morrow Lipscomb University

Reaching Out and Building Strength Within. Breakthroughs in Conversations about Race Dr. Charla Long Ms. Beth Morrow Lipscomb University. Initial Discovery Dialogue. To explain is to experience Groups of 5-7 individuals Answer the following questions: Briefly introduce yourself

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Breakthroughs in Conversations about Race Dr. Charla Long Ms. Beth Morrow Lipscomb University

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  1. Reaching Out and Building Strength Within Breakthroughs in Conversations about Race Dr. Charla Long Ms. Beth Morrow Lipscomb University

  2. Initial Discovery Dialogue • To explain is to experience • Groups of 5-7 individuals • Answer the following questions: • Briefly introduce yourself • State why you choose this presentation • Identify the one thing that scares you most about discussing race issues

  3. Why Race Issues? Charla Long Beth Morrow Upbringing in Oklahoma Role of Family, Church, School & Employment in Racial Formation Personal struggles with racial equality Legal training and community engagement Upbringing in Tennessee Role of Family, Church, School & Employment in Racial Formation Personal struggles with racial equality Specialized training and community engagement 1

  4. Group Surveys using Clickers • It is important for people to have a cross-cultural competency. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  5. Group Surveys using Clickers • It is important for faculty & staff at my University to have a cross-cultural competency. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  6. Group Surveys using Clickers • The faculty & staff at my University demonstrate cross-cultural competency in their work environments. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  7. Group Surveys using Clickers 4. The students at my University possess a greater cross-cultural competency than the faculty & staff. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  8. Group Surveys using Clickers 5. The faculty & staff at my University actively seek to increase their cross-cultural competency. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  9. Group Surveys using Clickers 6. I deliberately place myself in cross-cultural moments and/or interactions. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  10. Group Surveys using Clickers 7. I have at least one friend from each of the top five ethnic groups represented in my area. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  11. Group Surveys using Clickers 8. I enjoy cross-cultural activities with friends from other racial and ethnic backgrounds. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  12. Group Surveys using Clickers 9. I am comfortable talking about racial and ethnic issues with people from my own group. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  13. Group Surveys using Clickers 10. I am comfortable talking about racial and ethnic issues with people from another racial or ethnic group. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  14. Group Surveys using Clickers • My University has given me the skills needed to be cross-culturally literate. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  15. Group Surveys using Clickers 12. The church where I worship is racially and ethnically diverse. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  16. Group Surveys using Clickers 13. Worshiping with those from other cultures is challenging. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  17. Group Surveys using Clickers 14. I am proud of my University’s past stand on racial and ethnic issues. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  18. Group Surveys using Clickers 15. I am proud of my University’s current stand on racial and ethnic issues. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  19. Group Surveys using Clickers 16. The current makeup of the faculty & staff at my University reflects the cross-cultural environment in which we live. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  20. Group Surveys using Clickers 17. It is important for faculty & staff at my University to have a cross-cultural competency. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  21. Group Surveys using Clickers 18. I wish I had better cross-cultural training. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  22. Group Surveys using Clickers 19. My University creates a safe environment for students to talk about cross-cultural issues. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  23. Group Surveys using Clickers 20. My University creates a safe environment for faculty & staff to talk about cross-cultural issues. A – Strongly agree B – Somewhat agree C – Somewhat disagree D – Strongly disagree

  24. Lipscomb UniversityInstitute for Law, Justice & Society • The Institute is designed to: • administer an undergraduate program, • engage the community, • assist with international issues, and • provide related K-12 programming. • Neutral convener of “conversations of significance”

  25. Learning the Racial Past • LJS Brochure with MLK Jr. Quote • Reaction from Alumni • Research the history of David Lipscomb College View 2:30 Video Clip on History

  26. Discoveries Made… • Choose to “skip” about 30 years of history • Individuals on faculty then are still on faculty today • Perceived disconnect between Scriptures commands and University action • Public events hosted by LU do not reflect diversity of Nashville

  27. The Davidson Group • Exists to acknowledge and appreciate Nashville's racial and ethnic diversity by promoting dialogue and interaction between individuals of different backgrounds. • Build cross-cultural friendships in Middle Tennessee - one pair at a time.  • Prominent Nashvillian and creator of program requests move to Lipscomb and the ILJS

  28. The Face of The Davidson Group • Opportunity to change participant demographics • Expand concept to include new age groups and specialty areas View Davidson Group & Beth Morrow TV appearance

  29. The Davidson Group • Metro Nashville/Davidson County Human Relations Commission • Struggle with faith-based Institution • Struggle with past performance on race issues • Officially moved to LU in August 2008 • Opportunity to recast University as a racially inclusive community • But is it?

  30. Perception is Reality • Multicultural office went unstaffed and unfunded for period of time • Faculty Senate attempts to launch living wage campaign View student video clip about race issues at LU View faculty video clip about race issues at LU

  31. Does it take formal apology? If so, how and when do you give it? Does it take individual meetings with key influencers? Does it take summit to bring those affected together? How Can University Change Perceptions?

  32. Hispanic Civil Rights Movement View Nashville for All of Us video clip View Hispanic Forum video clip • Hispanic Achievers program and awareness training for faculty • Nashville for All of Us Campaign and Lipscomb’s Involvement • Hispanic Forum • Malagasy Students • The Dream Act

  33. Bringing the University Along • President’s visionary leadership • Community engagement on controversial issues • Opportunities for University community to voice support and concerns on issues with racial elements

  34. Transformed and Reconciled Goal is to create a transformed and reconciled community where we can worship and serve together. Student engagement through initiatives such as facilitated dialogues, multicultural pairings, and community service. Community engagement on racial issues through initiatives such as Hispanic Forum, Nashville for All of Us, The Davidson Group • Student Engagement • Community Engagement • Faculty/Staff Engagement • Church Engagement • Transformed Community Church engagement through initiatives such as reconciliation summit, facilitated dialogues and multicultural pairings Faculty/Staff engagement through initiatives such as guest speakers, sensitivity training, facilitated dialogues and multicultural pairings.

  35. Initial Impact on Others View Community Leader video clip View Faculty video clip View Staff video clip View Administrator video clip

  36. Reflections & Suggestions for Institutional Implementation Dr. Charla Long Mrs. Beth Morrow 1

  37. Questions?

  38. Contact Information Dr. Charla Long Mrs. Beth Morrow Lipscomb University Ezell Building Room 318 One University Park Drive Nashville, TN 37204 615/966-2501 charla.long@lipscomb.edu Lipscomb University Ezell Building Room 320 One University Park Drive Nashville, TN 37204 615/966-2502 beth.morrow@lipscomb.edu 1

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