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Report on Reading Group for “Embracing Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence for Inclusive Education”
On April 17, 2026, faculty, staff, and students at Duke Kunshan University convened for the session of the “Embracing Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence for Inclusive Education” reading group series, which also marked the conclusion of this three-year event initiative. The discussion centered on Wei and Liu’s 2019 article “Coming out in Mainland China: A National […]
LGBTQ+ Reading Group: Embracing Diversity | 4.17
Join Dr. Zhenjie Weng and Dr. Yanan Zhao for a timely discussion on how colleges can better support LGBTQ+ students. The conversation will explore recurring experiences of discrimination, isolation, and self-censorship—and underscore the urgent need for more inclusive, affirming campus environments. Come be part of the conversation and help shape a more inclusive future for our campuses.
Report on Reading Group for “Embracing Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence for Inclusive Education”
On March 27, 2026, DKU faculty, staff, and students convened for the latest session of the “Embracing Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence for Inclusive Education” reading group series, focusing on global LGBTQ+ content censorship and the case study of “Censoring ‘Rainbow’” in China by Jamie Zhao. The session opened with an icebreaker discussion where we shared […]
LGBTQ+ Reading Group: Embracing Diversity ｜ Feb.06
Date & Time: Feb.6 | 12:00-1:00 PM Location: AB 3101 Join Dr. Zhenjie Weng & Dr. Yanan Zhao for a discussion on supporting LGBTQ+ college students. Interviews reveal recurring experiences of discrimination, isolation, and avoidance, highlighting the urgent need for more inclusive and supportive campus environments.
Report on Reading Group for “Embracing Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence for Inclusive Education”
On Friday, November 7, 2025, the DKU faculty, staff, and students were invited to our 3rd reading session on “Embracing Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence for Inclusive Education”. This time, our discussion focused on Formby’s (2017) article: “How should we ‘care’ for LGBT+ students within higher education?” The text explores the experiences of LGBTQ+ students in […]
Embracing Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence
Date: October 20th Location: AB 3103 Lunch will be provided. How can we create a campus where everyone feels seen, respected, and supported? This event invites you to join an open and thoughtful conversation on the experiences of LGBTQ students and the broader challenges of diversity in higher education. Together, we will explore how developing cultural competence can […]
