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Greenfield to Speak on Spirit of Inclusion and Belonging in January

December 12, 2024

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MACOMB, IL - - Western Illinois University students are invited to see nationally recognized speaker Derek Greenfield at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14 in the University Union Heritage Room.

Greenfield's program, "Better Together: Advising the Spirit of Inclusion and Belonging Through Healthy Communication and Relationships," will allow students to experience a dynamic opportunity to break down barriers, learn more about one another and establish the notion of inclusion and belonging as the framework for success in our campus community.

Before the student presentation, he will hold a workshop with faculty and staff in the afternoon. This event is possible due to an NCAA Accelerating Academic Success Program grant.

Greenfield has presented nationally on diversity, inclusion and student development, receiving numerous awards for his passion for supporting social justice initiatives. He has spoken to more than 250 colleges and universities, as well as major national corporations and professional sports teams.

The presentation is sponsored by the NCAA Accelerating Academic Success Program in conjunction with WIU Athletics, the Provost's Office and the WIU Anti-Racism Task Force. For more information, contact Jeremy Robinett, NCAA faculty athletics representative, at jl-robinett@wiu.edu.

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