April 10 — Understanding Disabilities. Learn about the unique and varied experiences of people with disabilities and how to create a workplace that values the talents of everyone. 1-4:30 p.m., Silo Cabernet Room.
April 12 — "Creative Class" lecture. Convince people in the "creative class" to settle in your city, and the city will reap economic benefits. So says author Richard Florida, who describes the creative class as doctors, lawyers, writers, entrepreneurs, teachers, artists, scientists — virtually anyone who is "paid to think." Florida, a professor of public policy at George Mason University, is the author of the The Rise of the Creative Class and The Flight of the Creative Class. 8 p.m., Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts.
April 13 — Line dancing workshop. Looking for a new way to have fun and get fit at the same time? Try line dancing. Originating in country western venues, line dancing is no longer just fancy footwork to country tunes. It has evolved into a rich blend of urban sophistication influenced by musical theatre, Latin rhythms and jazz dance. Basic steps will be taught, so dress comfortably. Noon-1 p.m., Silo Cabernet Room.
April 17 — What's In A Name? The Staff Affirmative Action and Diversity Advisory Committee and the Hispanic Staff Association host the first brown bag session in a series that will focus on Campus Community Advisory group titles. The guest speaker for April 17 is listed as Cristina González, a professor of education and Spanish, and she plans to discuss "What's in A Name? Exploring and Honoring Our Identity." For example, she will talk about the distinctions and proper use of terms such as "Hispanic," "Latino/Latina," "Chicano/Chicana," "Mexican-Mexican/American," "South American" and "Latin American." A question-and-answer session is planned. Other advisory groups scheduled to hold brown bags on clarifying ethnic terms are the Hispanic Staff Association, Asian Pacific Systemwide Alliance, African American Faculty and Staff Association, and Staff of American Indian Descent. Noon-1 p.m., Silo Cabernet Room.
April 18 — Poetry reading. Joshua Clover, professor of English, reads from his new book, The Totality for Kids, his second collection of poems. His debut collection, Madonna anno domini, won the Walt Whitman Award from the Academy of American Poets. A question-and-answer period and book signing also are planned. 7:30 p.m., 3201 Hart Hall. A reception for people 21 and over is scheduled at Seasons Restaurant, 102 F St., Davis, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. before the reading in Hart Hall.
April 18 — Communication Across Gender in the Workplace. This workshop will examine communication strengths and challenges of cross-gender interactions, and introduce tools for communicating across the bridge of differences. 1-4:30 p.m., Silo Cabernet Room.
April 20 — Leadership in a Multicultural Community. This workshop will provide a model for developing knowledge and skills to work and lead in a multicultural community. 1-4:30 p.m., Meeting Room 2, ARC.
April 20 — Meditation and deep relaxation workshop. The pace of life can make you feel like you are jumping from one treadmill to the next, resulting in mental, emotional and physical stress. It may be difficult to focus on what is wonderful and right in front of you — meditation can help achieve this type of balance. Noon-1 p.m., Silo Cabernet Room.
April 27 — Creative Problem Solving. "Thinking outside the box" is easier said than done a lot of times. Most of us are good at problem-solving, but how do we resolve some of the most difficult work dilemmas? Sometimes the issue at hand can benefit from slight adjustments, reframing or creative thinking. This workshop will provide practical tools to help people find creative ways to approach their jobs with fresh perspective. Noon-1 p.m., Founders Room, Buehler Alumni and Visitors Center.
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