The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion invites you to participate in the Cap – A.B.L.E. Workshop Series. The Cap – A.B.L.E. Workshop Series is a new programmatic approach in exploring issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) inside of higher education. The series is built around the principles of intergroup dialogue – active and engaged learning environment, facilitated discussions, and an intergroup focus. Throughout the series, participants will: (1) examine the organizational structures and social foundations of higher education, (2) define and recognize the importance of DEI to the academic enterprise, (3) practice fostering and facilitating conversations around DEI, and (4) create an action plan for enacting change.

Cap – A.B.L.E. is an acronym for adapt, build, listen, and engage. At the conclusion of the series, participants will be cap-A.B.L.E. of implementing a course of action specific to their individual DEI needs. The series is designed for all levels of expertise and knowledge – those who want to know more about DEI and those who want to do more about. All UMSL employees are welcome to participate. Participants will share their action plans with the group at the end of the series. It is our hope that all who participate in the Cap – A.B.L.E. Workshop Series become future and frequent partners and collaborators with the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Together, we transform lives.

Register for the Cap – A.B.L.E. Workshop Series

Cap-A.B.L.E. Workshop Series #1 | Intergroup Dialogue’s Cap-A.B.L.E. Connection and DEI: What is it and Why Does it Matter? | October 18, 2022 12-2:00pm | JCP 204

Cap-A.B.L.E. Workshop Series #2 |The Organization and Socialization of Higher Education| November 1, 2022 12-2:00pm | JCP 204

Cap-A.B.L.E. Workshop Series #3 | Adapting to Our Needs and Building What’s Missing | November 15, 2022 12:00-2:00pm | JCP 204

Cap-A.B.L.E. Workshop Series #4 | Listening to the Voices Around Us and Engaging Our Community | November 29, 2022 12:00-2:00pm | JCP 204

For the full experience, it is highly recommended to register for all four sessions.

 Light refreshments will be served at each session.