Massachusetts Institute of Technology
2008 Multicultural Conference

When?

Saturday,
March 7, 2009
9:30 am–6 pm

Where?

Hyatt Cambridge

How much?

Free of charge!

Session Topics:

Unpacking 'Diversity'

Interactions of Identity

The Other Side of Prejudice and Bias

The Game of Oppression

P2O: Power, Privilege, and Oppression

Self-Segregation or Self-Selection - Affinity groups at MIT

Can We Talk about Race @ MIT?

Race and Identity in Politics and the Workplace

What can we expect regarding Diversity and Inclusion at MIT

Who's Invited?

This retreat is for any MIT student, grad or undergrad, with an interest in issues of diversity and inclusion at MIT and beyond. If you're interested in this retreat, then please take a moment to review this page, then register to participate.
 

Goals of mc2

Bring students together across race, ethnicity, gender, religion, nationality, socioeconomic status, ability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of cultural identity.

Facilitate an honest, open, and interactive dialogue about the cultural climate at MIT and learn from each group's experiences.

Think about ways to cultivate a campus environment that promotes equality, not simply tolerance.

Discuss the role of diversity at MIT - in education and campus life.

Learn about future diversity related collaborative events/initiatives between and among various groups on campus.

Have Fun!

 

 

 

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