October 2022 Edition

Celebrating National Disability Employment Month:

In recognition of the important role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive

American workforce, the theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month

(NDEAM) 2022 will be “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.” Observed annually in October, NDEAM celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities past and present and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices. The annual theme is announced early to facilitate the advance planning of events.


Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month:

September 15 to October 15: National Hispanic Heritage Month. The purpose of this month is to celebrate the accomplishments of Americans with Hispanic and Latino heritage whose ancestors came to the United States from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Spend some time this month, discovering Hispanic and Latino history within your community. Perhaps there’s a museum exhibit you can explore, maybe a new restaurant, or even a recipe at home. The more we learn about different cultures and experiences, the easier it is to discover similarities and connections between all of us.


Celebrating LGBTQ History Month:

Every October, The Ohio State University recognizes LGBTQ History Month and sponsors a month-long series of events that highlight and celebrate LGBTQ+ communities of the past and the present through programming, visibility campaigns, and educational events. LGBTQ History The month focuses on developing a sense of belonging and empowerment for the LGBTQ community. We highlight and celebrate the vast history of LGBTQ communities across campus

and globally.


Discover resources about National Disability Employment

Read more about National Hispanic Heritage Month

Find more events for LGBTQ History Month

WATCH OUT FOR THE UPCOMING:

Celebration of Cultures event

Date: Wednesday, October 5

Time: 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM

Location: Ag Auditorium 2120 Fyffe Road


Join us for cultural displays, performances, and food!

All CFAES community members are invited and encouraged to attend.

Host a DEI Webinar for Your Department/Unit!


Did you know that in addition to offering monthly, open webinars, the CFAES Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offers in-house delivery of programs to any CFAES unit or department by request for FREE? Available webinars address topics such as implicit bias, microaggressions, bystander intervention, power and privilege, inclusive hiring, and LGBTQ+ issues. If you are interested in hosting a program for members of your unit or department or would like more information please contact Dr. Leo Taylor, Program Manager for Faculty and Staff Affairs at taylor.3408@osu.edu. Visit the DEI website for descriptions of upcoming programs to get a better idea about currently available topics. Suggestions for new programs/topics are always welcome!

DEI Staff, Faculty, and Student Spotlights November 2022


Throughout the winter months, we will be celebrating our colleagues who are working

to make CFAES and the community a welcoming place for all people. The DEI

Student & Staff Spotlights will return to our monthly newsletters starting in November,

2022. Do you know someone whom you think should be featured? To submit a nomination for the DEI Faculty and Staff Spotlight, please fill out this form.

Test your Implicit Bias


This Harvard Project Implicit will ask you to select an Implicit Association Test (IAT) from a list of possible topics. Then you will be asked (optionally) to report your attitudes or beliefs about these topics and provide some information about yourself.


This project is designed to give the tester a better understanding of their own attitudes and stereotypes which can negatively impact their own actions and choices. However, by discovering negative prejudices an individual can work towards becoming more inclusive and accepting in the future! 

Click the link above to learn more about yourself today! 

Read More about Project Implicit here

October and November 2022 CFAES DEI Webinars


For a full list of our Autumn and Spring 2022-23 webinars, please visit our

professional development webinars page.

Difficult Conversations: How to Communicate Across 

Difference

LOCATION: Zoom

DATE AND TIME: Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. 10:00am - 12:00pm


Have you ever engaged in a conversation about an uncomfortable or sensitive topic with someone who is very different from you and didn't know how to approach it? Conversations between people with different views and lived experiences can go awry and lead to frustration and alienation. In this 2-hour workshop participants will be provided with strategies for engaging in challenging conversations. The latter part of the program provides participants with an opportunity to apply what they have learned in a breakout room activity. 

Register Here!

Inclusive and Equitable Hiring Practices 

LOCATION: Zoom

DATES AND TIMES: Friday, October 14, 2022. 10:00am - 11:30am

This 90-minute program provides an overview of best practices for recruiting a diverse candidate pool and equitably evaluating them. Participants will examine the role that various forms of bias can play in screening applicants and identify ways that privilege creates an unlevel competitive job market. The College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences requires that all individuals serving on CFAES search committees complete this program every 2 years.


Register Here!

Exploding Myths About Transgender and Non-binary People

LOCATION: Zoom

DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, October 19, 2022. 9:00am - 10:30am

  

Although transgender and non-binary people have gained significant visibility over the past decade, numerous misconceptions and stereotypes still exist and create environments that are unwelcoming or even hostile to people with gender identities that fall outside of cisnormativity (i.e., the belief that being cisgender, or not transgender, is the “normal” and “correct” way of being). Beliefs rooted in long-held myths about people who have for centuries defied conventional gender norms must be challenged and replaced in order to create environments that are inclusive of all genders, not just those who are cisgender. In this 90-minute workshop, we will cover basic terminology and differentiate identities related to gender and sex that frequently get confused. We will address several common myths and misconceptions about transgender and non-binary people and identify strategies for creating welcoming and inclusive environments for people of all genders, including those who challenge cisnormative expectations. Ways that cisgender people can serve as allies to transgender and non-binary people will be identified.

Register Here!

Language of Inclusion: Pronouns & Other Gendered Words

LOCATION: Zoom

DATES AND TIMES: Oct. 25, 2022. 11:00am - 12:30pm


Pronouns are tools for effective and efficient communication, and their intentional or unintentional misuse can cause confusion and harm. Using gender-affirming language such as pronouns and avoiding unnecessary use of other gendered words is essential to creating spaces that are safe, inviting, and inclusive of people of all genders. This 90-minute webinar will address why pronouns matter, the history of singular they/them, neo-pronouns such as ze/zir, alternatives to other gendered language (e.g., sir, ma’am), and ways allies can use language to advocate for and support transgender and gender non-conforming individuals. This program is free and open to all.

Register Here!

(Mis)understanding Critical Race Theory and the Need to Confront Hard History

LOCATION: Zoom

DATES AND TIMES: Nov 17, 2022. 12:00pm - 1:15pm  


Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries is an associate professor of history at The Ohio State University where he teaches courses on the Civil Rights and Black Power Movement. Hasan was born in Brooklyn, New York, and graduated summa cum laude from Morehouse College with a BA in history in 1994. At Morehouse, he was initiated into the Pi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He earned a Ph.D. in American history with a specialization in African American history from Duke University in 2002. He taught for a year at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, before joining the faculty at The Ohio State University in 2003. Hasan is the author of Bloody Lowndes: Civil Rights and Black Power in Alabama’s Black Belt, which tells the remarkable story of the African American freedom movement in Lowndes County, Alabama, the birthplace of Black Power. He is also the editor of Understanding and Teaching the Civil Rights Movement, a collection of essays by leading civil rights scholars and teachers that explores how to teach the Civil Rights Movement accurately and effectively.

Register Here!

Click here to access recordings of previous speakers in the series.

Recommended Articles and Resources

2022 Hispanic Heritage Month Theme

The theme for 2022 is Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation. When considering inclusiveness, note that social identifiers are political and personal, knowing and respecting this fact helps move us towards a more inclusive nation. Learn more about identifiers and heritage month in the link above. 

LGBTQ History Reading List

This reading list created by Penguin Random House contains nonfiction reads that honor the history of the LGBTQIA+ movement in the U.S. and point to a more liberated future.

How to Be an Ally to LGBTQ+ People

This excellent resource, published by the American Bar Association’s Commission on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, provides an extensive list of “do’s” and “don’ts” for anyone striving to be an ally to LGBTQ+ people.

Hispanic Heritage Reading List

This reading list created by Boston University contains fiction and nonfiction works by Latinx authors that have and will continue to shape our culture and acknowledge the ongoing work towards educating the world through entertainment. 

A resource to Links to Books and Articles Related to Disability Awareness

A great website designed to showcase Disability Employment Awareness. From podcasts, videos, and articles there is a type of resource for everyone to become more inclusive to the disabled community.

Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month


A great website designed to showcase Disability Employment Awareness. From podcasts, videos, and articles there is a type of resource for everyone to become more inclusive of the disabled community.

Resources for Opportunities Around Campus and in the Community




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Student Organizations and Philanthropy Opportunities 

Meetings: Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:30 PM Contact: Halsell.5@osu.edu for more information.

Student Org.                    National Website

Looking to join an organization for Multicultural students in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences at Ohio State University? Join MANERS which is dedicated to: 

  • Develop leaders in Ag. & ES.
  • Encourage academic achievement and excellence.
  • Increase the number of under-represented students studying in agricultural and environmental sciences.
  • Aid in placement into related professions.

Interested in joining an organization dedicated to support food sovereignty in Black Columbus communities using funds from the sale of begonias? 


Join BLM Begonias

Come join a community of Ohio State LGBTQ+ students and allies who are interested in food, agricultural, and/or environmental sciences. The Ohio State University chapter of Cultivating Change aims to provide a safe, inclusive network for students to learn, grow, and explore. For more information please reach out to Leo Taylor.3408, advisor.


All meetings will take place in Howlett Hall Room 139


RSVP the next meeting: MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2022, 6:30PM-7:30PM

For a full list of our webinars, please visit our webinars and certificate program website.

For more information, on our DEI events, contact Dr. Leo Taylor at taylor.3408@osu.edu.

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CFAES Community Updates

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