Racial Microaggressions and Mental Health in Higher Education Institutions

Presenter: Ada A. Robinson-Perez
Location: Cypress College, CCCPLX-216

Register: myGateway District Staff Development Calendar

Presenter Bio: Ada Robinson-Perez, LMSW, PH.D Candidate-Binghamton University. Her research interests include racial disparities in mental health care, racial microaggressions in higher education and the workplace, and parent mentor programs in rural public school systems.

Description: This dialogue will challenge scholars to evaluate the significance of positionality to increase self-awareness while understanding the consequential effects of racial microaggressions on Black and Latinx students. Participants will gain an understanding of the types of microaggressions and also engage in activities to heighten awareness of power and privilege to improve the racial climate both in the classroom and on campus for students, faculty, and staff.

Followed by a panel discussion with panelists Professors Katheryn McGuthry & Virgil Adams

Sponsored by: Office of Diversity and Compliance

OPEN TO ALL FACULTY, STAFF, & STUDENTS