B-Term Updates from ODIME

Welcome Back!

Greeting from the Office of Diversity Inclusion and Multicultural Education! Please see below for some updates as you settle in for the new Term. 

Come Visit Our Spaces! Here are some things to keep in mind as community members who share space:

Policies and Procedures Identity Spaces – Expectations 

• "These spaces are thoughtfully designed to serve identity-specific purposes and foster a sense of belonging for underrepresented groups; however, they remain open to all students. Please keep in mind that these spaces are managed by ODIME, and no individual club or organization has ownership over them. We kindly ask that everyone be considerate of others who may also wish to use the space throughout the week. Their primary intent is to promote student success and cultivate a sense of community for all who utilize them. We would appreciate your support in ensuring that no barriers are placed for others who wish to use these spaces. Kindly utilize 25Live to reserve the spaces. Thank you for your cooperation in creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone.”
  
  Updates for Staff Searches – We are mid search for a NEW Director and Asstant Director 

  • We also wanted to provide an update on the search plans for the Director of Multicultural Education and Community Engagement and the Assistant Director of Religious/Spiritual Life & Education. The positions were posted in mid-September, and we’ve had a great response (everyone wants to come work with our awesome WPI students). We’re honing the list of applicants to determine the best qualified candidates who will be invited to come to campus. There will be several opportunities for students to meet the candidates, including lunch with each of the top candidates in mid to late November.
    If you’re interested in participating, email Emily Perlow, eperlow@wpi.edu.   

• Structural Work completed in the Collegiate Religious Center (CRC) 
   –  We are happy to report construction is completed and the space is back online (*see 25Live for reservations and coordinating use of the space 
  
  Calendly Links for Staff 
  
  Our office is here for you! One way we try to make things easier for students is by offering office hours each Term. We encourage you to use this time to prioritize yourself and any additional needs our office might be able to assist with. 

  • Lauren Feldman: https://calendly.com/lfeldman1 
  • Alesia LeSane: https://calendly.com/alesane/odime 
  • Nikita McKay: https://calendly.com/nrmckay     

• QT Tuesdays 
• Milk & Cookies 
• LGBTQIAP+ Advocacy 101 and 201 Trainings 
• Wellness Day
• National First-Generation Day LSAMP B-Term Meeting 
• Trans Day of Remembrance Ceremony 
• Trans Day of Remembrance Art Gallery 
• Inclusive Community Council B-term Meeting