Cultural Awareness Building Blocks provides the framework for gaining a nuanced understanding of the various meanings and the potential impact of diversity in higher education and the workplace. The session explores the impact of identities in workplace interactions and relationships and presents strategies and resources to better navigate and embrace cultural differences.

Participants will:

• Increase their understanding of cultural awareness and how it applies to their work and personal interactions
• Become familiar with key concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Learn strategies and resources that contribute to an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Registration is requested for CTL events. Register by clicking the "I'm interested" button.

Please note:  The UAB Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) presents workshops on teaching practice for UAB faculty (including adjunct instructors), pre-approved graduate students who are currently under contract to teach academic courses at UAB, and teaching staff.  Academic advisors and staff who work directly with students are also approved to come to non-teaching focused workshops. CTL workshops are not intended for UAB graduate or undergraduate students.