Join UDM’s third cohort for Search Advocate Training, April 30, May 1 and May 7-8

Join UDM’s third cohort for Search Advocate Training, April 30, May 1 and May 7-8

Join your colleagues who are advocating for diversity and inclusive excellence in the search process. Get trained to be a Search Advocate on April 30, May 1 and May 7-8 on the McNichols Campus.

Detroit Mercy is offering training for a third cohort, where you’ll learn tips to be better prepared to actively participate in all phases of the search process at UDM. If interested, please register by Friday, April 26.

The full schedule is as follows:

  • Tuesday, April 30 — 9 a.m. to noon (Engineering, Room 120)
  • Wednesday, May 1 — 9 a.m. to noon (Engineering, Room 120)
  • Tuesday, May 7 — 9 a.m. to noon (Engineering, Room 120)
  • Wednesday, May 8 — 9 a.m. to noon (Engineering, Room 120)

Note that to complete the training, attendance is required at each session. There are also two pre-assignments for the workshop.

Learn strategies to mitigate implicit bias. Be the person on the search committee who ensures that all voices are heard and encourages communication between the committee, candidates and other stakeholders.

With any questions or for more information, please contact Jahzara Mayes by email at otoojm@udmercy.edu.