Workshops

This workshop lasts approximately 30-45 minutes and contains an overview of the Center for Belonging and Social Change’s services and programs. This is an appropriate presentation for new students, staff, and faculty or for groups who would like to learn more about the CBSC and ways to be involved. 

Who am I is an interactive workshop explores social identities and privilege and incorporates an activity to help participants reflect on their experiences with various identities. This presentation is great for student organizations, classrooms, and any group looking to learn more about themselves and each other. Who Am I? is a foundational workshop and must be completed to move on to the next tier.

Many forms of communication are used daily and understanding which language to use and which terms and phrases to avoid can help ensure that messages are clear and effective. This workshop raises awareness and provides an overview of inclusive language and how it can be correctly used when engaging with others. Participants will explore the language they prefer others use when they are being communicated with and then they will have an opportunity to practice how to make sure the language they use is considerate of others. 

Participants in this workshop will be provided with various tips and techniques for identifying and' speaking up' against biases. Moreover, those attending the session will also learn safe and educational ways to hold others accountable for their actions and words.

Individual stories and journeys can reveal much about an individual's power and strengths while emphasizing how others come from different avenues of power. During this program, participants will engage in dialogue about personal identities and experiences while utilizing interactive activities to explore different perspectives and how individual stories inform us and others as they interact in a global society.

Are you thinking about joining an organization or committee? This session explores how to assist in making organizations safe, accessible, and inclusive for everyone. This presentation is an excellent way for participants to expand on community-building skills while learning how to engage in new settings.

Leadership styles are unique in all environments. This workshop discusses key ways to expand individual leadership styles that can influence different groups in various communities. This interactive session is excellent for students who strive to be impactful community leaders who want to lead in unique organizational cultures. 

This student-authored workshop provides basic information about disability, including a brief history, language use, disability justice, and our future. The presentation also informs participants about accommodations and accessibility at OSU and allows them to practice serving as an advocate in this area.

Who one is attracted to and why, and what it means to have a healthy relationship is an ongoing conversation in society and there are varying thoughts around these topics. As more information becomes available and numerious identities are presented, it is important to understand what someone means when they say they identify in a certain way and how to conduct positive interactions when in a relationship. This session will explore the varying terms, history, and perspectives related to relationships and the complexities that lie within how some choose to classify themselves (or not) and how one engages with others. 

This session will highlight the perspectives, challenges, and strengths of first-generation college students. First Gen at Ohio State covers various topics related to the first-gen experience, such as current data on first-gen students compared to continuing-gen students, barriers to student success, support needs, strengths, and strategies for overcoming barriers.

This student informed educational workshop begins by explaining what it means that Jewish identity is an ethno-religion. Drawing on this understanding, we then unpack what antisemitism is and trace its history from antiquity through today. In particular, we discuss the experiences of Jewish students at Ohio State and provide suggestions for Buckeyes to help combat antisemitism.