Programs and Development Opportunities
UPCOMING EVENTS
If you would like an event publicized on our shared Inclusion calendar, please create the event in Outlook and invite rrcc.inclusion@rrcc.edu. Please include a brief description and event details as available.
CCCS Equity University Presents Dr. Juana Bordas
Tuesday, April 4th | 2:00 – 4:00 | Remote (see registration link below)
Dr. Juana Bordas is recognized as an elder and icon in the world of leadership, diversity, and the advancement of Latinos and communities of color. The first Latina faculty at the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) she taught in the Leadership Development Program – the most highly utilized executive program in the world. Register here: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEuf-qsqT0pHtf9KeV65TCl-uSOffIH_pIT
Disability Time to Connect
Tuesday, April 4th | 2:30 – 4:30 | Lakewood 1241 (The Hub)
This is an opportunity for students with any type of disability, neurodivergence, chronic health condition, mental or emotional illness to connect with peers. Join a student led beading activity. Beading has several health benefits for both the mind and body. Whether you are looking to improve hand-eye coordination, reduce stress and anxiety, or boost creativity, beading is a worthwhile activity to consider.
BIPOC Faculty/Staff Affinity Group
Wednesday, April 5th | 3:00 – 4:00 | Lakewood 2251 (Sandstone Room, inside the library)
Join fellow employees who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color in coming together to share words of encouragement, discuss challenges openly, and build supportive networks.
RRCC as an Emerging HSI: Reflections from the Spring 2023 DEI Book Club
Monday, April 10th | 2:30 – 3:30 | Lakewood 4115 (Snowmass Room)
This semester faculty and staff came together to read and discuss Becoming Hispanic-Serving Institutions: Opportunities for Colleges and Universities (Garcia, 2019). This session will be an opportunity to discuss the themes of the book as well as understand where RRCC is currently situated on our HSI journey.
LGBT Queries
Tuesday, April 11th | 12:00 – 1:00 | Lakewood 1236 (LGBTQ+ Center)
New to the LGBTQ+ community? New to Red Rocks? Have questions? We’re here for it all! This is a time and space to connect with other LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty for conversation and community-building.
Adult Learner Meet Up
Thursday, April 13th | 12:00 – 1:00 | Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88630364170?pwd=TktFWWIyemZoYllMR1RYL3VzY2pnQT09
Whether new or returning to college, our learners who are 25+ often face unique challenges and juggle lots of priorities. We’re here to tell you you’re not alone.
Queer Night at the SRC
Thursday, April 13th | 4:00 – 7:00 | Student Recreation Center
Folx in the LGBTQAI+ community are invited to recreate, climb and socialize in the Student Recreation Center.
LGBTQIA2S+ Faculty/Staff Affinity Group
Monday, April 17th | 3:00 – 4:00 | Lakewood 1105 (Red Fox Room) or Zoom
The LGBTQIA+ Affinity group is looking for faculty and staff to join! Meet with other LGBTQIA+ people in the Red Rocks community and discuss topics important to us, attend events and socials, and get to know each other. There will also be a Zoom option for folks looking to join virtually! To get the Zoom link, or learn more, email Elise Tomasian at elise.tomasian@rrcc.edu or Dr. Mundy Burciaga at armando.burciaga@rrcc.edu.
CCCS Equity University Presents Dr. Juana Bordas
Wednesday, April 19th | 2:00 – 4:00 | Remote (see registration below)
Dr. Juana Bordas is recognized as an elder and icon in the world of leadership, diversity, and the advancement of Latinos and communities of color. The first Latina faculty at the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) she taught in the Leadership Development Program – the most highly utilized executive program in the world. Register here: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEuf-qsqT0pHtf9KeV65TCl-uSOffIH_pIT
LGBT Queries
Tuesday, April 25th | 12:00 – 1:00 | Lakewood 1236 (LGBTQ+ Center)
New to the LGBTQ+ community? New to Red Rocks? Have questions? We’re here for it all! This is a time and space to connect with other LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty for conversation and community-building.
BIPOC Time to Connect
Wednesday, April 26th | 3:00 – 4:00 | Lakewood 1235 (Center for Multicultural Excellence)
This is a space for students who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color to come together to build friendships, find support, and express to the college the needs of these communities.
Moon Shot: Change Management for Equity
Thursday, April 27th | 3:00 – 4:00 | Lakewood 1280 (Community Room)
Leaders face additional challenges when institutions go through periods of change. This session with our Moon Shot consultant, Linda Marchlewski, will frame these challenges in an equity lens and discuss strategies for supporting equity-focused change. An additional invitation will go out to key stakeholder groups, but anyone is welcome to attend.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/gpRvUBt7VQ
RRCC Moon Shot Spring Convening
Friday, April 28th | 9:00 – 12:00 | Lakewood 1280 (Community Room)
All of us are excited to use this in-person time to brainstorm, learn, and connect! We encourage you to ask questions and share your own thoughts and experiences throughout today’s sessions. A keynote will be provided by Ed Venit, Managing Director of EAB student success research.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/rjSDJcFiA0
