J. Goosby Smith, vice president for Community Belonging and chief diversity officer, said she recognizes this imperative to learn to navigate cross-cultural interactions with humility. She led the fourth DUNAMIS seminar in the Fireside Room on Feb. 22, and there were about 20 attendees. "DUNAMIS" stands as an acronym for "Developing Cross-Cultural Adaptability and Cultural … [Read more...] about Seminar Series Empowers Attendees with Cultural Competency: Insights from ‘DUNAMIS’
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Opinion: Study Rooms Are Not Worth the Hassle
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.I have struggled with the familiar yet disappointing experiences with study rooms in the Payson Library one too many times.I have a vivid memory of trying to study for a midterm last semester. The rooms on both sides of me were … [Read more...] about Opinion: Study Rooms Are Not Worth the Hassle
Sip n Savor: Firelit Feast at Zinqué, Malibu
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.As the moon illuminated the Malibu coastline, my friends and I soaked in the cozy ambiance of Zinqué. Nestled by a crackling fire pit, we eagerly anticipated the culinary delights awaiting us. With drinks and laughter, we … [Read more...] about Sip n Savor: Firelit Feast at Zinqué, Malibu
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Opinion: Writing Fan Fiction Is an Emotional Experience
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Upon hearing the word "fan fiction" some may think of the poorly written stories scattered around Wattpad featuring a famous celebrity and a self-insert character. Others may visualize young teenage girls hovering over their … [Read more...] about Opinion: Writing Fan Fiction Is an Emotional Experience