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Theme: Sustainability and Diversity at the University of Guam
Speaker: Mr. Michael Tuncap, Co-Creator/Faculty/Researcher, Center for Guided Pathways
About the Speaker: Michael Tuncap is regarded as an expert on racial diversity, equity and inclusion. He holds degrees in Communications, Political Science, American Ethnic Studies, Public Policy, and International Affairs from the University of Washington in Seattle; a master’s degree in Ethnic Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, and is ABD in Ethnic Studies from the University of California, Berkeley.
Speaker: Dr. Austin Shelton
Moderator: Dr. Gerhard Schwab
Description: Diverse impacts of climate change continue to surprise populations around the globe natural disasters around the world have increased in frequency and magnitude, all countries of the world agreed on sustainable development goals for 2030. In this session we link global realities and visions with our local pursuit of the UOG mission.
Speaker: Dr. Sharleen Santos-Bamba
Moderator: Dr. Velma Yamashita
Description: Dr. Santos-Bamba, Interim Vice Provost for Academic Excellence, Graduate Studies and Online Learning, will provide information about the reappointment process at UOG.
Speaker: Dr. Sean Bridgen
Moderator: Dr. Katharine Lofdahl
Description: Dr. Bridgen, Associate Director for External and Institutional Partnerships at NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising, will provide information about academic advising for student success.
Speaker: Dr. Austin Shelton
Moderator: Dr. Gerhard Schwab
Description: This presentation outlines local and regional challenges, points to dilemmas, and highlights promising projects, programs and policies. The discussion in this session will explore how our teaching, research and service at UOG can further contribute to sustainable developments in our Micronesian island region.
Speaker: Dr. David Gugin
Moderator: Dr. Velma Yamashita
Description: Dr. Gugin, Chair of the Promotion and Tenure Committee, will provide information about the promotion and tenure process at UOG.
Speaker: Dr. Sean Bridgen
Moderator: Dr. Katharine Lofdahl
Description: In this second presentation, Dr. Bridgen will speak about this framework that was developed by the NSF funded Aspire Alliance.