David Schoem

Multicultural Teaching in the University.

The Meaning of Multicultural Teaching: An Introduction Courses on Intergroup Relations Courses on Racism, Sexism, and Diversity General Courses Giving Attention to Diversity Teacher Training and Non-formal Education Roundtable Discussion: The Insiders Critique of Multicultural Teaching Questions and Responses on Multicultural Teaching and Conflict in the Classroom Classroom and Workshop Exercises Selected Bibliography

Intergroup Dialogue for a Just and Diverse Democracy

If media attention is any indicator of public trends, then the mid- to late 1990s would have been the age of intergroup dialogue in the United States. But as one steps back from all the media attention, it is important to consider more carefully what is meant by the term “intergroup dialogue,” why this work is important for democracy, and in what ways it addresses issues of social justice. Intergroup dialogue is a positive and powerful process in which different groups come together from various walks of life to build a strong democracy. Democracy is a powerful but fragile political arrangement, requiring careful maintenance, regular nurturance, and continuing advancement and improvement in the areas of social justice and equality. This paper presents a framework for thinking conceptually and pragmatically about intergroup dialogue by (1) exploring the place of intergroup dialogue in creating a just and diverse democracy, (2) examining what does and does not constitute intergroup dialogue, and (3) discussing critical issues in approaches to intergroup dialogue.

Transforming Undergraduate Education: Moving beyond Distinct Undergraduate Initiatives.

am sitting in a meeting with the “usual suspects.” I am a member of a committee focusing on undergraduate curricular initiatives, and I am talking with a group of dedicated faculty and department chairs. We are having an engaging discussion about how to improve undergraduate education, but I am acutely aware that little has been said about how issues of campus diversity relate to this topic. Later in the day, I head off to a meeting on campuswide diversity initiatives with another set of dynamic leaders from across campus. None of the people I sat with at the first meeting are present here.

Modeling a diverse and democratic America: The Michigan Community Scholars program

Student, faculty, community, and staff participants in a scholarly program at the University of Michigan are attempting to create a microcosmic representation of a country built on shared work and celebration of diverse perspectives. The programs director describes the communitys vision in action.