Face to Face Speaker Forum: Jesmyn Ward
In partnership with Face to Face Speaker Forum, the Program for Leadership and Character will welcome Jesmyn Ward for a conversation about educating character across differences. Ward is an American novelist as well as Professor of English and Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Humanities at Tulane University, where she teaches creative writing. She is a MacArthur Genius Grant recipient and the first woman and the first person of color to win two National Book Awards for Fiction. In 2016, she won the Strauss Living award, given every five years by the American Academy of Arts & Letters for literary excellence. In 2018, she was recognized among Times 100 Most Influential People, and she is the winner of the 2022 Library of Congress Prize for American Fiction. This moderated discussion will take place December 5 at 6 p.m. inside Wait Chapel at Wake Forest University. This event is held in partnership with Wake Forest Universitys Leadership and Character Program. This is event is free and open to the public.
Cultural Fluency: Navigating Inclusive Engagement
This workshop will focus on effective communication strategies and collaboration techniques that promote understanding and inclusivity in both academic and professional settings. Participants will develop the skills and understanding needed to communicate effectively and respectfully across diverse cultural backgrounds. Attendees will explore the impact of culture on communication styles, verbal and nonverbal cues, and interpersonal dynamics. The session will also address common challenges in cross-cultural communication, gain practical strategies to navigate these challenges and build bridges of understanding and respect.
Ethical AI Use
Do you want to know more about Generative AI? Join us for the next session of the Building AI Fluency Learning Series hosted by the Wake Forest School of Business. This series provides a collaborative learning environment aimed at enhancing our understanding of Generative AI and how it can be effectively utilized within your respective teams and departments.
Virtual - Alumni Industry Panel: Careers in Analytics
If you want to learn more about high-demand industry opportunities, please join us for the "Alumni in Action" Career Industry Panel Series. Hear directly from Wake Foresters about their career trajectory and trends in the industry. This is an excellent way to build your network with Demon Deacons who want to help you be successful. The zoom link will be sent closer to the date once you have registered for the event. Note: This panel is specific to careers in analytics. The primary audience for these panels is current Wake Forest students. However, alumni are encouraged to attend and learn about the industry and make meaningful connections to the market. Led by Sharron Vogler, director of career development for alumni and MBA programs at the WFU School of Business.
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