Multicultural Design + Inclusive Spaces Summit 2024

The dates have been set - we look forward to welcoming you back to campus in May 2026 for the next Multicultural and Inclusive Spaces Summit! In the meantime, be sure to follow us on our journey with our new Multicultural Lounge Program website: https://lnkd.in/gkr_meWr #higheredsummit #inclusivespaces #studentspaces #leadersandbest #goblue

And that's a wrap! To finish the summit, participants attended comprehensive learning sessions this morning and crafted plans to take back next steps with them as they leave. Our goal is to continue these conversations and bring new ideas to our communities. We are incredibly grateful for the attendees, sponsors, volunteers and staff support that made this week possible! #higheredsummit #inclusivespaces #studentspaces #leadersandbest #goblue

Day two recap! Here's a glimpse of what happened: Sessions - "Programming Toward A Sense of Belonging in Inclusive Spaces" and "The Architecture of Belonging: Fostering Inclusive Environments" are two of the seven sessions that took place engaging attendees in learning about programming, architecture and design. Panel Discussion - "Behind the Curtain: A Peek Into Multicultural and Inclusive Space Design" included a panel of experts sharing insights into the complexities and strategies of designing inclusive spaces. Vendor Expo Exploration - Attendees had the opportunity to explore a variety of vendors showcasing innovative products and services for inclusive design. See you tomorrow! #higheredsummit #inclusivespaces #studentspaces #leadersandbest #goblue

Day one is in the books! Participants were welcomed to the University of Michigan where they connected with other attendees, participated in sessions and attended an engaging social at the end of the day. We look forward to the continued conversations taking place today. #multiculturalspaces #higheredsummit #inclusivespaces #summit2024 #multiculturallounges #studentspaces #leadersandbest #goblue

Tomorrow's the day! We're thrilled to welcome you to the Multicultural Design and Inclusive Spaces Summit. Get ready to discuss unique inclusive spaces, design and storytelling at the University of Michigan. See you bright and early! #multiculturalspaces #higheredsummit #inclusivespaces  #studentspaces #leadersandbest

Join us Tuesday afternoon during the Tiny Talk for our Artist Panel Discussion featuring three incredibly talented artists from our local communities. "One of the primary aims of Michigan Housing’s multicultural lounge renovations is to increase the ways in which we tell the stories and histories of a specific multicultural lounge, the person or community it honors, and the advocacy leading to its creation. In recent renovations, we have found unique ways to incorporate original artwork through partnering with local Detroit and Southeast Michigan artists. In this panel, we welcome several artists who have worked with us to make our vision a reality. Each artist will speak about the process of working alongside the office of Diversity and Inclusion, creating a shared vision, their creative process, and what impact they hope their work has on the campus community." #inclusivespaces  #leadersandbest #goblue #universityofmichigan

One week away! We are excited to see you at the Multicultural Design and Inclusive Spaces Summit, where experts and professionals from diverse backgrounds converge to explore creating, managing and designing inclusive communities. 📅 Date: May 14-16 📍 Location: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Engage with industry leaders, gain valuable insights and expand your network with us. #multiculturalspaces #higheredsummit #inclusivespaces  #studentspaces #leadersandbest #goblue #universityofmichigan

Curious about designing spaces through a multicultural lens? Join us on the second day of the summit for insights and tips from our panel of experts with diverse experiences in creating multicultural and inclusive spaces, including partners in interior design, DEI, and higher education. Have a question for our panelists? Submit them here by May 12th: https://lnkd.in/g9VAAX5S Panelist: Dr Nadia Bazzy, Director of the Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs, University of Michigan Nick Santilli, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at John Carroll University Dr. Nick Smith, Director for the Center for Campus Involvement, Associate Director for University Unions, University of Michigan Jennifer Catalano, Student Life Capital Projects Construction Project Coordinator, University of Michigan Floyd Cline, Principal, Higher Education, Perkins&Will Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with industry leaders! #inclusivespaces  #leadersandbest #goblue #universityofmichigan

We are excited to highlight sponsor and presenter, Perkins&Will! Their session will feature recent projects the company has in their portfolio around inclusive spaces on higher education campuses. "Many universities are re-evaluating their existing identity spaces and/or establishing new ones to integrate DEI values across campus. Our session will focus on Emory University’s project to renovate existing and build new identity spaces on campus including strategies for student engagement, design, and project management. We will also reference other Higher Education projects focused on belonging and inclusion." #multiculturalspaces #higheredsummit #inclusivespaces #summit2024 #multiculturallounges #studentspaces #leadersandbest #goblue 

The Multicultural Design and Inclusive Spaces Summit is right around the corner! Whether you're looking to gain valuable insights on inclusive spaces or simply connect with like-minded professionals, this event is for you. Registration for the event is still open–don’t miss out! Take a look at the agenda and available sessions now: https://lnkd.in/gjDTm6gF #multiculturalspaces #higheredsummit #inclusivespaces  #studentspaces #leadersandbest #goblue #universityofmichigan