This piece primarily uses person-first language and want to acknowledge that individuals within the community use identity-first language or other terms. Examples of person-first and identity-first language are listed below. Ableism (n.) Refers to a pervasive system of discrimination and exclusion that oppresses disabled people who have mental, emotional or physical disabilities; is consists of …
You may have previously heard a friend or someone you know say the following: “I’m triggered by this” or have seen “CW” or “Content Warning” before a social media post. But what does that mean? The term ‘triggered’ can be used to describe someone who is “provoked by a stimulus that awakens or worsens the …
What Does “Intersectionality” Mean? We all hold different identities, whether we are talking about our race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, sexuality, socioeconomic status, and many (many) more. Intersectionality refers to how all those individual identities mix and mingle with each other and the people around us, and how that in turn impacts and creates unique forms …
Submit your favorite main dish recipe from home for a chance to have your food featured in the dining markets this spring! Home cooking is on the menu this spring in our dining markets. Our 2nd-annual home recipe contest is coming up, and we want to feature your favorite family main dishes! The top-3 recipes …
As part of our Inclusive Language Series, we introduced terms and resources to promote mutual learning and to create more inclusive communities. This week we are reflecting on the terms we introduced this semester and will provide you with an opportunity to reflect on what you have learned through this series. If you have enjoyed …
Let’s be honest. There’s a lot happening in and around our lives every single second of our day. We’re inundated with images and videos from social media and news outlets. We see things we cannot unsee. How do we understand and process injustice that we see others experiencing? We may hold different identities and experiences …
There will be a slight change in our dinner hours at our markets this week on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 3 and 4. Dinner will open at 4:30pm at our markets on these specific days: Tuesday, December 3: Wednesday, December 4:
Valentina ally video from TikTok as a pop culture reference. Ally: to unite or form a connection or relation between Folks who support a marginalized community may refer to themselves as an ally. While allies are important to the advancement of equitable reform, at times, allyship can be hollow and self-proclaimed with little action or …
As part of our Inclusive Language Series, we are introducing some terms and resources for you to learn more about this semester in an effort to create more inclusive communities. This week’s term is Body Mass Index, or BMI. History The Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a scale where a number is assigned based …
During the colder months of the year, our Facilities staff are ready to keep the sidewalks and entryways around the residence halls and dining units clear and safe for you to walk on. Safety is our top priority, and all hands are on deck when snow starts falling. We make a plan for the winter …