A Discussion Series

Speaker/Facilitator Interest Form

In an effort to continue learning and engagement outside of the classroom, Salukis SPEAK (Solutions for Peace and Equality through Advocacy and Knowledge) is a discussion series covering a variety of topics to capture the attention and encourage feedback of students, staff, and faculty across the campus.

The goal is to include speakers/facilitators representing a variety of backgrounds to facilitate discussion that advances the university’s commitment to inclusivity, diversity, respect, and personal growth.

Thank you for your interest in being a speaker/facilitator for the Salukis SPEAK discussion series. Your willingness to commit your time and share your knowledge on a range of issues is appreciated and welcomed.

Volunteers are critical to the success of this series! The selection committee is seeking applicants from a variety of backgrounds and involvement. This process is open to students, staff, faculty, alumni and saluki community members. The goal is to connect those with interest in similar topics to provide opportunities for collaboration and planning.

Interested Speakers/Facilitators:

* Should submit a Speaker/Facilitator Interest Form.

* Should prepare for discussion that engages students in dialogue and activity (not lecture-based) while aligning with the university’s mission and vision.

* Should be respectful and considerate of an audience of varying backgrounds.

* Should announce and acknowledge trigger warnings.

* Should understand that, depending on the number of submissions, it is likely that not all submissions will be accepted.

* Should be willing to pair with other speakers/facilitators who have interest in the same topic for planning and group facilitation, and be willing to attend a planning session to develop plans.

Please complete and return to deanofstudents@siu.edu by September 6, 2018.

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Areas of Interest (please select up to two topics that align most closely with your expertise and/or experiences). Topics are scheduled for dates as listed.

☐September 11

☐October 9

☐November 13

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NOTE: If multiple submissions are received for the same topic, the goal is to pair speakers/facilitators together to lead a broader conversation.