Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council

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MSFC Professional Development Events

Join the Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council (MSFC) as we invite Dr. Richard Eykholt, the University Grievance Officer (UGO), to share information on how and when the UGO can be best utilized. The UGO is an independent university official who assists in the resolution of disputes between faculty members or administrative professionals and their supervisors or other administrators.

Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Time: 12-1pm MT
Location: MS Teams 

The Center for Ethics and Human Rights is excited to announce a new professional development opportunity for our staff, students and faculty, The LE2AD (Leadership, Ethics, Equity, Advocacy and Diversity) Academy @ CSU. Our first presenter for the launch of this new program is Rico Munn, Chief of Staff, Office of the President at Colorado State University.

There is a difference between being “The Boss” and being a leader.  Leadership requires an understanding of self that connects to a deep understanding of the context where you seek to lead.  In this dialogue, Rico will share a six-part framework he has developed for “holding the story” of leadership and how that shapes the nature of your leadership and the possibilities for your leadership context.

Wednesday, October 16th

Talk: 3-4pm MT in BSB 131

Optional Dinner: 4-7pm MT in LSC 390

RSVP to [email protected]

The Symposium for Inclusive Excellence is a jam-packed week of incredible workshops, powerful guest speakers and thoughtful events centered around diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice. All are welcome to attend the workshops and events. Registration is FREE and open to all. Please subscribe to stay up to date on all of the symposium news, including changes to the schedule and programming.

Monday-Friday October 21-25, 2024 | Registration Now Open!

Join the Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council (MSFC) as we invite Melissa Emerson and Matthew Ricke from the Office of the Ombuds to share information on what the Ombuds does and how this resource can be best utilized.  The Office of the Ombuds is a confidential resource for all employees of Colorado State University who voluntarily seek help in resolving concerns and conflicts related to the workplace.

Date: Monday, October 28, 2024
Time: 12-1pm MT
Location: MS Teams 

MSFC Social Events

Join the Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council (MSFC) for a no-host lunch on the CSU Oval! Bring your lunch, bring a friend, and be in community.

Date: Monday, September 30, 2024
Time: 12-1pm MT
Location: CSU Oval (Meet in front of CSU Admin Building)

RSVP HERE

Join the Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council (MSFC) for a no-host happy hour social!

Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024
Time: 4:30-6pm MT
Location: Back Door Grill (130 W. Laurel Street)

Join the Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council (MSFC) for a fun way to end the week with the Fort Collins Foodie Walk! Fort Collins Foodie Walk™ is a monthly self-guided walking tour from 5 – 8 pm on the third Friday of each month and celebrates the culinary culture and thriving foodie scene in Downtown Fort Collins.

Join Downtown’s finest culinary shops each month for interactive showcases, seasonal flavors, and exciting taste experiences! And, it’s 100% free!

 
Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
Time: 5-6:30pm MT
Location: Meet in front of Downtown Ace Hardware (215 S. College Ave.) @ 4:55pm MT
 
***Note: The Foodie Walk requires walking/scooting/moving from place to place ***

Join the Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council (MSFC) for a no-host lunch on the CSU Oval! Bring your lunch, bring a friend, and be in community.

Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Time: 12-1pm MT
Location: CSU Oval (Meet in front of CSU Admin Building)

”The moment we choose to love we begin to move against domination, against oppression.  The moment we choose to love we begin to move towards freedom, to act in ways that liberate ourselves and others.” 

bell hooks

The Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council (MSFC) would like to acknowledge a recent incident within the Colorado State University (CSU) community that has resulted in BIPOC community members – specifically Black students, staff, and faculty – feeling hurt, threatened, or targeted.  We acknowledge that the intent of an incident does not always match the impact.  While more information is being gathered, Blackface – perceived or real – caused subsequent harm in the CSU and greater community.

To this end, we would like our staff and faculty of color to know that we are here.  We stand in community and solidarity.  If you know of any staff or faculty that are hurting, we invite you to reach out to MSFC and encourage you to access the available university or community resources.  If you have a need (to bond, celebrate, mourn, or vent), please email us so that we can organize around that need.

In the words of bell hooks, it is only by moving against dominance and oppression, with acts of love and solidarity, that we create liberation.

In Solidarity,

The Multicultural Staff and Faculty Council

MSFC Community Welcome & Mixer

Date: Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Time: 11:30am-1:00pm

Location: Lory Student Center, Room 390

Details: Please join us for community, connection, and food!

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Accountability

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Belonging

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Development

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Disclaimer

All CSU employees—whether state classified, administrative professional, faculty, or faculty affiliate—who’ve self-identified as a person of color or with a community of color are added to the MSFC listserv at the start of their employment. If you or someone you know are unsure if you’ve been added, please contact the MSFC Chair to request being added. This confidential listserv is maintained by the Office of Inclusive Excellence; its membership is not shared or distributed.