We@FSE Diversity Week 2024

The We@FSE Diversity Week will take place from 30 September to 4 October 2024, and will consist of various activities, including speeches, a photo exhibition, an information market, some workshops, an escape game, a movie, and social drinks.

Programme

Opening

When: Tuesday 1st October, 13:00-14:00
Where: Energy Academy Atrium (5159.0077)  

The FSE Dean, Prof. dr. Joost W.M. Frenken, will briefly launch the event and will be followed by talks from fellow FSE community members, Prof. dr. Lucy Avraamidou & Dagmar Heeg, and Dr. Veronica Allen. 

Photo exhibition

When: Monday 30 September, 13:00 - Friday 4 October, 17:00
Where: Energy Academy Atrium (5159.0077) 

Have a walk through our photo exhibition, showcasing various members of FSE’s community. In an accompanying quote, they share their personal views and experiences regarding diversity & inclusion. 

Information Market

When: Tuesday 1st October, 14:30-17:30 and Thursday 3rd October, 13:00-17:30
Where: Energy Academy Atrium (5159.0077) 

Come and get inspiration or support from some FSE community members who work towards more belonging, inclusion and safety at our faculty. 

Workshop: Beyond Barriers: Experience Zernike from a different perspective

When and Where 

• Option 1: Tuesday 1st October, 14:30-16:30, Energy Academy Greenhouse (5159.0090) 
• Option 2: Thursday 3rd October, 15:15-17:15, Linnaeusborg OOG (5171.0415) 

Have you ever wondered what life is like for someone using a wheelchair, navigating with partial or total blindness, or living with Autism? Join us for an eye-opening workshop where you'll experience firsthand the challenges and triumphs faced by people with these disabilities. Embark on an immersive tour through Zernike, led by experts who will share their personal journeys and invaluable insights.

This workshop will be co-led by Visio and Wiel&Deal.

The minimum number of participants for these workshops is 5, and the maximum is 20.

Workshop: Tools to increase representation within learning materials

When: Tuesday 1st October, 17:00-19:00
Where: Energy Academy Greenhouse (5159.0090) 
Presenter: Dr. Michael Lerch & Laura Mourelo Soler

Have you ever wondered how to make the learning materials used for teaching more welcoming to a diverse class? Diversifying learning materials can seem daunting and difficult. Yet, there are various strategies to do so with little effort and even engage students in the process. In this hands-on workshop, we will explore different means to increase representation within the classroom. We will also provide resources for creating short portraits of possible diverse role models for different fields and offer an opportunity to explore own role models and experiences.

The minimum number of participants for this workshop is 5, and the maximum is 40.

Workshop: Empowering Allies: Understanding and Leveraging Social Advantages

When: Thursday 3rd October, 13:00-15:00
Where: Linnaeusborg OOG (5171.0415) 
Presenter: Dr. Veronica Allen

In this dynamic and engaging workshop, we'll explore the intricate landscape of social advantages and how they shape our experiences and interactions. Participants will learn to identify areas where they hold social advantages and discover practical ways to use these advantages to support and uplift others. Additionally, we'll delve into recognizing and understanding the areas where we might lack certain advantages, fostering empathy and promoting inclusive behaviours. Through interactive discussions, personal reflections, and collaborative activities, this workshop aims to equip attendees with the tools to become effective allies and advocates in their communities. Join us to build a more understanding and supportive environment for all.

The minimum number of participants for this workshop is 5, and the maximum is 65.

Escape Game

When and Where 

• Option 1&2: Tuesday 1st October, 14:30-16:30, Energy Academy Atrium (5159.0077) and/or room 5159.0192
• Option 3-6: Thursday 3rd October, 13:00-17:00, Energy Academy Atrium ( 5159.0077) and/or room 5159.0196 

The Escape Game is a team-building exercise developed to help first-year bachelor’s land at FSE. Help us to solve the puzzles left by diverse FSE staff to find Ben Feringa’s missing Nobel Prize in time! The game is to be played by teams of 8-15 people and doesn’t require any discipline-specific knowledge. A diverse team will make the assignment easier. Each game takes 1 hour maximum.

Movie: Mind My Mind

When: Tuesday 1st October, 19:00-20:00
Where: Linnaeusborg OOG (5171.0415) 

The movie “Mind My Mind” tells the story of Chris, a boy with autism, and Hans, the little man in his head. Together they face life's social and emotional challenges. What happens in your head when you are autistic? Hans has a library full of folders with scenarios for all kinds of complex social situations and is always diligently looking for a suitable script for Chris. But how do you deal with it when the girl you are in love with suddenly shows up on your doorstep and the man in your head doesn't know what to do anymore? In a beautiful hand-drawn animation, director Floor Adams gives an original insight into this, for many, abstract world with Mind My Mind. A must-see to better understand how autism processes information and converts it into behaviour.

The maximum number of participants for this movie is 65.

Closing

When: Thursday 3rd October, 17:30-18:30
Where: Energy Academy Atrium (5159.0077)

Closing words from our  FSE community members Dr. Michael Lerch & Laura Mourelo Soler, who will talk about the diverse portraits they have created and how they tackle diversity in service teaching (including also students in the process).

Afterwards, let’s enjoy and exchange about the week over drinks… 

Please know that the workshops have a limited number of places available and that priority might be given to FSE community members. Your participation in the activities will be confirmed by email in September 2024.