Learn how to properly pronounce and honor the assigned or preferred names of your students and colleagues.
Overview
When you pronounce names incorrectly, you have an impact. People with non-Anglo or non-European names, which are perceived as being more difficult to pronounce, may feel anxious and excluded. When power dynamics are at play, students and perhaps even those you supervise, advise, or teach often avoid the conflict and resist making corrections or discussing the issue, which may leave them feeling as if they matter less.
Join us for re-airing of this training to learn simple strategies for honoring the names of all those you encounter. Immediately after the re-airing, you will have the opportunity to engage in a live Q&A and discussion with the speaker, Zaragosa “Mito” Diaz-Espinoza, Ph.D.
We will discuss a brief history and negative impact that mispronouncing names has on people–international students and individuals who are given names that are not common in North America. You will be provided with easy-to-use tools and strategies that will help you learn and retain the correct pronunciation of names. If you’re interested in creating a more inclusive environment by preventing and/or repairing harm to your students and colleagues, this training is for you.
How This Works
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET| Re-airing and Live Q&A
- 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET | Watch a Re-airing of the Training
If you missed the event when it took place in September of 2021 or you have been meaning to engage with the on-demand training, this is your chance to watch it together with higher ed colleagues from across the country. Mark your calendar now to set aside this time for yourself.
- 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET | Engage in a Live Q&A with Zaragosa “Mito” Diaz-Espinoza, Ph.D.
Please join us after the recorded training for a live discussion session with the presenter, Zaragosa “Mito” Diaz-Espinoza, Ph.D. You'll have the chance to dive more deeply into the points raised during the presentation and ask questions of our presenter and your peers.
If you can't attend live, sign up to receive access to the recording.
Who Should Attend
This training is designed for any/all higher education professionals, including faculty, academic advisors, student success/student affairs personnel, etc., who want to learn a simple strategy for retaining the proper name pronunciation will benefit from this training.
SPEAKERS
Zaragosa “Mito” Diaz-Espinoza
Compliance and Equity Program Manager, Waco Family Medicine
In his previous role as Case Coordinator in the office of Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX at Baylor University, Mito assisted individuals through the reporting and resolution processes while serving as a support resource. He has worked in various areas of higher education including admissions, academic advising, diversity programs, leadership, and civic engagement. Mito is a dynamic presenter with key experience on topics specific to first-generation college students, from the experiences of Latina/o/x students, to diversity, equity, and inclusion topics, as well as masculinity issues.
Questions about this event? Contact this event's manager, Austin Joseph at austin@academicimpressions.com.
What You Get
Get the live webcast and the recording for one price.
Get access to live webcast including Q&A.
Receive permanent and unlimited access to recording.
Download speaker slides and supplemental materials.