This panel and thought-provoking discussion will focus on the experience and insights of faculty and staff leaders and experienced mentors at USC who work closely with students and student groups. The discussion will highlight strategies for assisting and mentoring students with the skill-building, learning, and perspective-taking needed to successfully interact and engage with those who hold different beliefs, whether cultural, religious, political, or otherwise.

WHEN?
Wednesday, April 22
2:00pm - 3:00pm

PANELISTS
Kamy Akhavan, M.A.

Managing Director, USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future

Anita Dashiell-Sparks, M.F.A.

Professor of Theatre Practice, Associate Dean of Community & Culture, USC School of Dramatic Arts

Antonio Elefano, J.D., M.F.A
Professor of Writing and Moot Court Coach, USC Writing Program

Vanessa Gomez Brake, Ed.D.
Senior Associate Dean, Office of Religious & Spiritual Life, USC

MODERATED by Michael Burroughs, Ph.D.

Executive Director, Organizational Change, Ethics & Culture, USC