Cultures of Belonging Program Session 1

Albion College is dedicated to advancing education and professional development in the areas of Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EIB). In collaboration, the Office of Belonging and the Office of Human Resources have developed the Belonging of Cultures Certificate Program, open to all Albion College employees. This program provides faculty and staff with the opportunity to participate in a structured professional development experience, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to foster a more inclusive and supportive workplace environment.

Program Details:

Participants who successfully complete the program will have the tools to engage in EIB conversations and feel comfortable. Participants will possess the following:

• Skills to have difficult conversations around EIB and increase their knowledge of EIB initiatives.

• The ability to understand key terms and concepts of EIB.

• Opportunities to further their development in EIB and opportunities to train in the future.

• Obtain an official certificate of completion, signed by the President and Vice President of Belonging.

Eligibility: 

This program is available to all Albion College faculty and staff (salaried and hourly). 

Participate Commitments:

• Complete all seven core EIB professional development workshops/trainings.

• Attend two EIB programs/events offered by the Office of Belonging.

• Program total hours to complete is 14 hours (each training session 2 hours). 

Core Trainings/Workshops:

All participants must complete all 7 core EIB professional development trainings/workshops listed below. The Office of Belonging will offer sessions related to EIB topics.

Location: Olin Hall – Classroom 112