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Using selected texts from seminal African American, Afro-Caribbean, and African intellectuals, this course will establish racism as pervasive throughout American society; then present several models of racism as a disease akin to autoimmune diseases, alcoholism, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), including etiology, symptomatology, and treatment plans. Using a modified form of the 12-Step program, participants will: diagnose the ways that racism is operative in their experience, individually and institutionally; and develop respective treatment plans to manage racism in their lives, bearing in mind that racism—like an autoimmune disease or addictive disorder—has no cure.

The Building University of Iowa Leadership for Diversity initiative is an opportunity for UI faculty and staff to gain strategic knowledge and skills to contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. By completing a series of workshops, participants will earn a certificate demonstrating their commitment as leaders for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and classroom.

To register for UI campus courses, log-in to UI Employee Self Service, click on "My Training" to be rerouted to Learning and Development, and click on the “Enroll in Courses” tab. Then use the search fields to find the desired sessions.        

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Diversity Resources in advance at 319-353-2388 or diversity-resources@uiowa.edu