The purpose of this professional development presentation is to acquire an understanding of the different language profiles of native and heritage language Spanish speakers and learners and how this understanding influences their English language proficiency and preparation to advance in their higher education pursuits and academic success. Understanding the diverse linguistic profiles will inform the creation of an academic environment that enhances the language learners’ identity, safety, and sense of belonging in their journey toward and into higher education. Thus, this professional development presentation will briefly explore the multiple purposes that a placement test plays in measuring the language abilities and [...]

Community partnerships demystified: A workshop on building effective and mutually strengthening relationships” is an interactive session geared for anyone who wants to work more effectively with community-based organizations. The goal of the session is for participants to leave with insights, concrete tools and plans to initiate or strengthen their community-oriented engagement work. To register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pcO6vqzIrGdNzgBbaTe8IFg0o4OJmVldA   Rachel Gold is the Director of the Tulsa Schweitzer Fellowship, a community health leadership program for Tulsa-area graduate students based at the University of Tulsa. Since leading the Fellowship since its inception in 2015, Rachel has supported Schweitzer Fellows in launching over 80 health initiatives across Eastern Oklahoma, [...]

Link to meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84374316815