Join us for a film screening of 'Will & Harper (2024)' a Netflix documentary about Will Ferrell and his long-time friend Harper Steele taking a road trip across the United States. Will and Harper have been friends since their time on Saturday Night Live in 1995, when Harper was a writer and Will was a young comedian. When Harper comes out as a trans woman, they decide to go on a road trip to spend time together and help Harper reintroduce herself to the country as her authentic self. The two experience a range of reactions from strangers, including support and hatred. They also encounter both accepting and unwelcoming environments, such as an all-you-can-eat restaurant in Texas and a Pacers game where they meet the governor of Indiana.
Content Rating: Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Rated R for language. For detailed trigger warnings please visit: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt30321133/parentalguide/
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
During this hands-on workshop, you can explore Rutgers’s accessibility resources and learn how to use them. Workshop will meet in the computer lab, rm. 151; please bring any text-based documents you want to work on. Instructors will be available to guide you and answer any questions as you create or revise your documents.
- Review and use Rutgers’s accessibility tools and resources
- Demonstrate steps for creating accessible documents (MS Word, PD)
- Apply guidelines & best practices for creating accessible documents
Instructors:
- Dena Novak, Director of Instructional Design, University Online Education Services
Natalia Kouraeva, Senior Instructional Designer, University Online Education Services
Location:
- LLC Computer Lab 151 (Hybrid). This session will be in a hybrid format, the zoom link will be sent to event participants.
Schedule:
- Lunch (pizza) will be served at 12:00 PM (noon), and the workshop will begin at 12:30 PM.
Join the DEIA Book Club as we explore What If I Say the Wrong Thing? by Vernā Myers, a thought-provoking guide designed to help readers navigate diversity, equity, and inclusion with confidence and empathy. Through meaningful discussions, we’ll uncover practical strategies for fostering inclusivity and building stronger connections across differences.
The book club will convene for six consecutive Thursdays at noon, from March 6 through April 10. Copies of the book will be distributed about a week prior to the first meeting.
Tentative Schedule:
- When: Thursdays, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Bring your lunch!)
- Location: LLC Room 226 (Hybrid). This session will be in a hybrid format, the zoom link will be sent to event participants.
- Start Date: Thursday, March 6th
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for a film screening of 'Patrice: The Movie (2024)' a story that follows a disabled couple in their 50s, Patrice and Garry, want to marry but risk losing their benefits if they do. Despite the risk, they decide to hold a commitment ceremony.
Content Rating: Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Not Rated. For detailed trigger warnings please visit: https://www.patricethemovie.com/the-movie
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for the Equity Fundamentals workshop! This workshop is designed for Rutgers faculty and staff to promote a shared understanding of foundational DEIA concepts including diversity, inclusion, equity, social justice, and intersectionality. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and reflection, applying these concepts to both their professional and personal lives.
- Instructor: Kaylin Padovano, Director of Diversity Education and Outreach
- Location: LLC Room 150 (Hybrid). This session will be in a hybrid format via the following link: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/91754178754?pwd=xeb1Oq5Eb1bxwg9lg6kEXwSxZrryct.1
- Schedule: Lunch (pizza) will be served at 11:50 AM (noon), and the workshop will begin at 12:00 PM (noon).
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Please join us for the screening of 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' following the story of a middle-aged Chinese immigrant swept up into a insane adventure in which she alone can save existence by exploring other universes and connecting with the lives she could have led.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for the Leading & Learning Through Conflict training! In this session participants will examine how harm is apart of the development of cultural competencies and it is important to learn and develop leadership skills in navigating harm while healing of the self and others.
Instructor: Darnell Thompson, Assistant Director of Education at the Center for Social Justice Education & LGBT Communities (SJE).
Location: LLC Room 150 (Hybrid). This session will be in a hybrid format, and the Zoom link will be sent out to registrants.
Schedule: Lunch (pizza) will be served at 12:00 PM, and the workshop will begin at 12:30 PM.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Have you attended a DEIA event or volunteered in your local community but haven’t had time to complete the form? Join us for a slice of pizza, and let our DEIA committee members help you with the completion process. DEIA committee members will be available to assist with completing the Fundamentals Reflection Form.
Location:
- LLC Room 150 (In-Person)
- Hybrid Zoom Link: ttps://rutgers.zoom.us/j/99215525144?pwd=rGbPTpFmR4TS6ujnJ99snZ1bNb9she.1
To Register: Click on the button below to log in to docshr.rutgers.edu, and under session details, click the 'enroll' button.
Slumdog Millionaire is a 2008 British romantic drama film directed by Danny Boyle and written by Simon Beaufoy. It stars Dev Patel, Freida Pinto, Madhur Mittal, Anil Kapoor, and Irrfan Khan. Based on Vikas Swarup's 2005 novel, the film focuses on an 18-year old game show contestant named Jamal Malik (Patel). After being accused of cheating on Kaun Banega Crorepati, (Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?), he recounts to the police how events in his life story enabled him to answer every question correctly.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for the Building Trust Across Identities training! In this session participants will focus on their why and the importance of developing cultural competencies. We will also talk about the importance of vulnerability in developing cultural competencies.
Instructor: Darnell Thompson, Assistant Director of Education at the Center for Social Justice Education & LGBT Communities (SJE).
Location: LLC Room 150 (Hybrid). This session will be in a hybrid format, and the Zoom link will be sent out to registrants.
Schedule: Lunch (pizza) will be served at 12:00 PM, and the workshop will begin at 12:30 PM.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for a film screening of 'Stamped from the Beginning' a hybrid documentary/scripted feature based on Dr. Kendi's National Book Award-winning "Stamped from the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas". The story covers the history of slavery and the very definition of Blackness, working its way through the hyper-sexualization of Black women to justify violent male behavior and the criminalization of Black men to justify the historical shame of lynching.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
- The history and mission of The Seeing Eye, Inc., a national nonprofit dedicated to giving blind individuals independence and dignity through the use of service dogs
- The rigorous training process for future guide dogs
- The role and responsibilities of puppy raisers on campus
- Demonstrations of the puppies' training commands
- An opportunity to ask questions and interact with the puppies
Location: LLC Room 116 (In-Person)
To Register: Click on the button below to log in to docshr.rutgers.edu, and under session details, click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for this essential training designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to support d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. You will leave with a better understanding of:
- Deaf Culture
- Appropriate Language use
- Common Accommodations and how to facilitate them
- Resources for Providing Captioning and How It Benefits Everyone
- Top Insights from d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals
- Effective Practices to Improve Accessibility and Experiences for d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals
- How to Infuse Inclusive Practices and Language to Promote a Deaf-Friendly Environment.
Presenters: Rutgers Access and Disability Resources, Office of IT Accessibility
Location: LLC Room 150 (Hybrid). This session will be in a hybrid format, and the Zoom link will be sent out to registrants.
Schedule: Lunch (pizza) will be served at 12:00 PM, and the workshop will begin at 12:30 PM.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
We are looking for volunteers to assist in weeding and removing invasive vines and plants at the Rutgers Gardens. Volunteers are welcomed to stay later to sample some farm veggies! Please dress comfortably in clothing you don’t mind getting dirty, and with the weather forecast in mind.
Location: Rutgers Gardens, 112 Log Cabin Road, North Brunswick, NJ
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for the Advocacy in Action training! In this session participants will explore social identities while examining how power and values impact professional spaces. We will then consider how critical leadership within professional spaces needs to a focus within our DEI initiatives and goals.
Instructor: Darnell Thompson, Assistant Director of Education at the Center for Social Justice Education & LGBT Communities (SJE).
Location: LLC Room 150 (Hybrid). This session will be in a hybrid format, and the Zoom link will be sent out to registrants.
Schedule: Lunch (pizza) will be served at 12:00 PM, and the workshop will begin at 12:30 PM.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for a film screening of 'Green Brook' a story about Dr. Don Shirley, a world-class African-American pianist who's about to embark on a concert tour in the Deep South in 1962. In need of a driver and protection, Shirley recruits Tony Lip, a tough-talking bouncer from an Italian-American neighborhood in the Bronx. Despite their differences, the two men soon develop an unexpected bond while confronting racism and danger in an era of segregation.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
We are looking for volunteers to assist in weeding and removing invasive vines and plants at the Rutgers Gardens. Volunteers are welcomed to stay later to sample some farm veggies! Please dress comfortably in clothing you don’t mind getting dirty, and with the weather forecast in mind.
Location: Rutgers Gardens, 112 Log Cabin Road, North Brunswick, NJ
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for a film screening of 'Barbie'. Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
Families welcome.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Moana, a spirited teenager and born navigator, sets sail from the ancient South Pacific islands of Oceania in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with her hero, the legendary demi-god Maui, to traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous sea creatures, breathtaking underworlds and ancient folklore.
Families Welcome.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Based on the Mexican holiday Dia de los Muertos (or Day of the Dead), Coco tells the tale of 12-year-old Miguel who finds himself in the Land of the Dead, and with the help of his musician great-great-grandfather dives deep into his family history (and their generations-old ban on music!). There are strong family vibes in this blockbuster, as well as a strong celebration of Mexican culture.
Families welcome.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Location: 25 Liberty Street, New Brunswick, NJ
Join us for a cultural cuisine experience at Esquina Latina. 25 Liberty Street, New Brunswick, NJ
Lively, colorful lounge with a fusion of Cuban and Latin cuisine. Esquina Latina is known for its Tapas and authentic Sangrias.
Dinner: self-pay
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
The Zimmerli Art Museum holds the largest collection of Soviet nonconformist art in the world, showcasing Russia’s diverse artistic heritage. Over 20,000 works by more than 1,000 artists reveal a culture that defied the strict, state-imposed conventions of Socialist Realism. The collection also includes nonconformist art produced in numerous ethnically-diverse Soviet republics.
This tour will also include a current exhibition - The Body Implied - where artists explore the body in relation to the state and the self. With Gorbachev’s glasnost (openness), artists from 1970 and onwards have been able to more openly critique the Soviet regime and respond to political, and artistic, repression.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
We invite you to a Cultural and Awareness Tour at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Temple, 112 N Main Street, Robbinsville, NJ 08561.
This engaging tour is an excellent opportunity to explore and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and awareness.
Guests are invited to join the tour; please email deia@docs.rutgers.edu with the guest's name.
This experience will assist in fostering a more inclusive and culturally competent community. We encourage all staff members to participate and take advantage of this valuable learning opportunity.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for a film screening of 'Bob Marley: One Love' the film presents the story of how reggae icon Bob Marley overcame adversity, and the journey behind his revolutionary music.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
We are looking for volunteers to assist with setting up the Rutgers Gardens annual plant sale. The service involves setting up tables and chairs, helping unload trucks if plant deliveries arrive and organizing them.
The annual plant sale provides an opportunity for the community to purchase favorite varieties of plants including trees, shrubs, perennials, vegetables, annuals, and herbs. The income from this event supports the Rutgers Garden's educational internship program and the maintenance and growth of the gardens for the enjoyment of all visitors.
Location: Rutgers Gardens, 112 Log Cabin Road, North Brunswick, NJ
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
We are looking for volunteers to assist with setting up the Rutgers Gardens annual plant sale. The service involves setting up tables and chairs, helping unload trucks if plant deliveries arrive and organizing them.
The annual plant sale provides an opportunity for the community to purchase favorite varieties of plants including trees, shrubs, perennials, vegetables, annuals, and herbs. The income from this event supports the Rutgers Garden's educational internship program and the maintenance and growth of the gardens for the enjoyment of all visitors.
Location: Rutgers Gardens, 112 Log Cabin Road, North Brunswick, NJ
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
We are looking for volunteers to assist with setting up the Rutgers Gardens annual plant sale. The service involves setting up tables and chairs, helping unload trucks if plant deliveries arrive and organizing them.
The annual plant sale provides an opportunity for the community to purchase favorite varieties of plants including trees, shrubs, perennials, vegetables, annuals, and herbs. The income from this event supports the Rutgers Garden's educational internship program and the maintenance and growth of the gardens for the enjoyment of all visitors.
Location: Rutgers Gardens, 112 Log Cabin Road, North Brunswick, NJ
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
The story chronicles lead singer Freddie Mercury's (Queen) tempestuous journey from an outcast immigrant struggling to find his place in a rejecting society to his becoming a beloved and world-famous artist.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
This foundational workshop is designed for Rutgers faculty and staff to promote a shared understanding of foundational DEIA concepts including diversity, inclusion, equity, social justice, and intersectionality. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and reflection, applying these concepts to both their professional and personal lives.
Instructor: Kaylin Padovano I Senior Program Coordinator, University Equity & Inclusion
Location: LLC Room 150 (Hybrid)
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Join us for a cultural cuisine experience at the Il Vecchio Cafe inside Calandra's Italian Village. The menu features a delicious selection of homemade pasta, entrees, panini, burgers, and salads in addition to pizzas, flatbreads, and calzones all made with natural, whole-grain semolina flour in our stone deck, wood burning oven. Please Visit https://ilvecchiocafe.com/ for menu details.
Location: 234 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell NJ
Dinner: Self-Pay
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Explore the rich cultural heritage at the Newark Museum of Art, New Jersey's largest museum, located in Newark, Essex County. Immerse yourself in its vast collections spanning American art, decorative arts, contemporary art, from Asia, Africa, the Americas, and ancient civilizations around the world.
Location: 49 Washington St, Newark, NJ 07102
$13 per person
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
Discover the awe-inspiring Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, renowned as the fifth-largest cathedral in North America. Admire its exquisite French Gothic architecture, acclaimed as one of the finest examples in the Western Hemisphere, rivaling structures like Westminster Abbey. Experience the grandeur of its towering spires and the majestic resonance of the largest pipe organ ever crafted by the Schantz Organ Company, making it an unparalleled gem in New Jersey's cultural landscape.
Location: 89 Ridge St, Newark, NJ 07104
Free
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
SparkNights at the Zimmerli Art Museum: LGBTQIA Pride in honor of GAYpril 2024.
An opportunity to play, explore, and relax with friends through art and creativity. The program will include guided gallery tours, music, a Ballroom Culture space hosted with LLEGO, and a tie dye activity while supplies last.
Location: 71 Hamilton St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Free admission open to the public
Join us for a film screening of 'Chevalier' the picture presents the biography of Joseph Bologne (Kelvin Harrison Jr.), the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, an acclaimed multiracial violinist and composer who rose through the social ranks to attain a celebrated place in the court of Marie Antoinette (Lucy Boynton) in pre-revolutionary France.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into docshr.rutgers.edu, under session details click the 'enroll' button.
At Rutgers, we strive to welcome all people and invite them to attend, participate, and learn without barriers. This workshop is intended to be an introduction to the main concepts of accessibility and to provide practical examples of how you can make materials more accessible.
Objectives:
- Define disability & accessibility
- Demonstrate steps for creating accessible documents (MS Word, PD) and videos (Kaltura)
- Discuss guidelines for & best practices for creating accessible content
- Review accessibility tools and resources for further understanding of the topic
Instructor: Natalia Koureava I Instructional Designer, Teaching and Learning Technology
Location: LLC Room 150 (Hybrid)
To Register: Click on the button below to login into DoCS HRM, and select the training tab to view available sessions.
Join us for a film screening of 'Summer of Soul' a documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival which celebrated African-American music and culture and promoted Black pride and unity.
All films will be held at the LLC Cinema followed by a short discussion with snacks.
To Register: Click on the button below to login into DoCS HRM, and select the training tab to view available sessions.
The BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple is a stunning Hindu temple complex in Delhi, India, known for its intricate architecture, spiritual significance, and cultural exhibitions. It's a must-visit for those interested in Indian culture, history, and spirituality.
Cultural humility embodies a journey of self-awareness and receptiveness, where one recognizes their own cultural roots and embraces the opportunity to gain insights from diverse perspectives. It serves as a counterpart to cultural competency, emphasizing the cultivation of attitudes and practices that enable meaningful engagement with individuals from various cultural backgrounds.
An inclusive community nurtures a sense of belonging, allowing individuals to partake in activities, events, and spaces without barriers related to age, ability, income, or ethnic background. To foster such a community, consider these strategies:
- Implement Equity-Focused Policies: Develop and enforce policies that actively promote equity and remove systemic barriers. This could involve creating affordable housing programs, ensuring equal access to community services, and implementing anti-discrimination policies to support diverse participation in all community aspects.
- Cultivate Community Education and Training: Offer education and training programs that raise awareness about diversity, equity, and inclusion. These programs can help community members understand the importance of inclusivity and learn how to create environments where everyone feels valued and respected.
- Encourage Diverse Community Leadership: Support and promote diversity in leadership roles within community organizations and governance. This ensures that a variety of voices are heard in decision-making processes and that the community’s leadership reflects its diverse population, thereby promoting a more inclusive environment.