LGBTQIA+ Inclusivity at MPTC
2023-06-21 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Room L-155
Learn and discuss how we can build an inclusive space for our LGBTQIA+ community at MPTC. We’ll dive into our language, practices, and aspirations to ensure all people are able to perform to the best of their abilities regardless of who/how they love.
Attend in WB Room L-155, FDL Room A-103, or virtually on Teams.

Diversity Workshop: Exploring Within to Understand Beyond
2023-08-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-120, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
“Diversity Works” is an interactive exploration into diversity awareness, creating opportunities for real conversations that matter. The workshop includes a variety of types of learning, interaction, and technology, with activity stations set up for participants to decide which learning activities they’d like to participate in. After completing the station activities, the group will participate in a diversity and inclusion board game. Explore and absorb new ideas around inclusivity and diversity!

The Bootstrap Narrative
2023-08-16 11:00 - 11:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935
The bootstrap narrative is essentially the belief that a person in the United States who works hard, assumes personal responsibility and maintains a strong moral center can accomplish anything. Unfortunately, for many students from low-income families, this narrative does not reflect their experiences at institutions of higher education. Many intelligent and hardworking low-income students struggle to overcome food insecurity, homelessness and/or the mental and emotional stress adversely impacting their ability to earn a degree. Join Jackie Morgan in discussing this narrative and how emergency funding and community resources can address and alleviate student barriers.
Attend in-person in FDL Room A-112 or virtually on Teams

Student Parents or Parenting Students?
2023-08-18 11:30 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935
Finding the right terminology to talk about this demographic is a complicated process. Parenting students are a diverse bunch, and their experiences can vary widely depending on other identities they hold. The complexity of the language teaches us a lesson about the complexity of student parents as a whole: They are not a monolithic group. That’s important for us to remember as we work to understand their needs and find ways to support their success. Join Jackie Morgan in discussing the unique parenting student demographic, some MPTC statistics and ways to support these students!
Attend in-person in FDL Room A-112 or virtually on Teams

JED Campus Mental Health Program Info Session
2023-08-25 11:30 - 12:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935
This is an opportunity to learn about the JED Campus program to support student mental health and suicide prevention. MPTC is committed to working with JED for the next four years to improve our policies, procedures, resources, education, and training around mental health. Attendees are welcome to bring their own lunch. A light dessert will be available.
Attend in-person in FDL Room A-112 or virtually on Teams

Wisconsin ISFAC Meeting
2023-09-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Conference Center
MPTC will be hosting the Wisconsin Inter-Service Family Assistance Committee (ISFAC) Quarterly Meeting! Wisconsin ISFAC is a voluntary military-community cooperative partnership organized to allow service providers to engage in networking and connect Service and Family members, Veterans, and Wounded Warriors with local military and community resources. The ISFAC facilitates cooperation, communication, coordination, and collaboration needed to establish strong family and community support networks that provide easy access to information, services, and support through unfailing delivery systems.

Walk a Mile in My Shoes Display (FDL)
2023-09-11 - 2023-09-15 | FDL Campus
Step into a variety of figurative shoes as you journey through this interactive display. Peruse personal stories for a glimpse of diverse experiences and perspectives.
The display will be set up around FDL campus during the week of September 11-15.

Patriot Day Reflection
2023-09-11 11:45 - 12:15 | FDL 9/11 Memorial Area (outside behind cafeteria)
Student Veterans Specialist Steve Pepper will lead a short ceremony and reflection in FDL at 11:45, with opportunity for group and individual reflection time to follow. The ceremony will be held at the 9/11 Memorial Area, located outside behind the cafeteria.
Informational displays will be available at WB and BD.

Community Resources Info Table (FDL)
2023-09-13 11:00 - 13:00 | FDL Campus
Connect with Student Equity & Resource Specialist Jackie Morgan and explore community resources in your local counties. The table will be set up at the FDL campus cafeteria entrance.

Community Resources Info Table (WB)
2023-09-14 11:00 - 13:00 | WB Campus
Connect with Student Equity & Resource Specialist Jackie Morgan and explore community resources in your local counties. The table will be set up at the WB campus cafeteria entrance.

Walk a Mile in My Shoes Display (WB)
2023-09-18 - 2023-09-22 | WB Campus
Step into a variety of figurative shoes as you journey through this interactive display. Peruse personal stories for a glimpse of diverse experiences and perspectives.
The display will be set up around WB campus during the week of September 18-22.

Community Resources Info Table (BD)
2023-09-19 11:00 - 13:00 | BD Campus
Connect with Student Equity & Resource Specialist Jackie Morgan and explore community resources in your local counties. The table will be set up at the BD campus cafeteria entrance.

Walk a Mile in My Shoes Display (BD)
2023-09-25 11:00 - 2023-09-29 13:00 | BD Campus
Step into a variety of figurative shoes as you journey through this interactive display. Peruse personal stories for a glimpse of diverse experiences and perspectives.
The display will be set up around BD campus during the week of September 25-29.

Wage Garnishment and Consumer Debt Defense
2023-10-17 13:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
In this Lawyers for Learners webinar, Sarah J. Orr, clinical professor and director of the University of Wisconsin Law School’s Consumer Law Clinic, will share her wealth of knowledge on consumer debt challenges. She will provide a brief overview on earnings and wage garnishment and consumer debt defense.
Where: Virtual
When: Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 1:00 p.m. CT – register here.
This event will be recorded and made available on the Lawyers for Learners YouTube channel.
Speaker Biography
Sarah Orr is a Clinical Professor and Director of the University of Wisconsin Law School’s Consumer Law Clinic, where she teaches about consumer protection and civil litigation. Ms. Orr focuses on increasing access to ‘debt justice’ while providing students with a significant learning experience in which they develop into skilled legal professionals and engaged public citizens. She received the 2014-15 Clinical Teacher of the Year Award.

HEDIT Conference
2023-10-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Conference Center
The Higher Education Diversity and Inclusion Team (HEDIT) presents the 2023 HEDIT Conference, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Jen Fry! More details and registration info will be released closer to the event.
Registration is now open! Register here.
Keynote speaker Jen Fry will discuss how to navigate the difficult conversations that arise when DEI efforts create change and disrupt the status quo, with strategies to handle conflict effectively and skillfully.
Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (On-site registration begins at 8:15 a.m.)
Location: Moraine Park Technical College – Fond du Lac Campus Conference Center
Workshop Schedule:
8:15 a.m. On-Site Registration Begins
9:00 a.m. Welcoming Remarks
9:15 a.m. Beyond Comfort Zones: Embracing Conflict as a Driver of Inclusion with Keynote Speaker Jen Fry
10:15 a.m. Q&A with Jen Fry
10:30 a.m. Break
10:40 a.m. Breakout Sessions
11:40 a.m. Return to Conference Center for a Mindfulness Moment
12:00 p.m. Conference Ends
The HEDIT Conference is free and open to the public.

"Out in the Cold" Video Viewing & Discussion
2023-11-02 11:30 - 12:30 | BD H-103, FDL A-103, WB T-206, or Virtual
For tens of thousands of college students in America, the toughest test they face is a lack of housing, seriously jeopardizing their chances to succeed. Lee Cowan reports on the trials faced by many students – young future lawyers, doctors and teachers – who struggle to find a proper place to sleep – leaving them “out in the cold.” Local homelessness statistics and resources will be shared.
Join virtually on Teams

Veterans Day Coffee & Cards (FDL)
2023-11-06 10:00 - 14:00 | FDL Campus Cafeteria Entrance
Join Student Veteran Specialist Steve Pepper in supporting those who have served and continue to serve.
Enjoy coffee and snacks while you create a holiday card for a veteran and sign a veteran appreciation banner. All are welcome! Come and go as your schedule allows from 10:00 a.m. until supplies run out.

Veterans Day Coffee & Cards (WB)
2023-11-07 10:00 - 14:00 | West Bend Campus, Commons Area

Veterans Day Coffee & Cards (BD)
2023-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Beaver Dam Campus, Commons Area

Healing During the Holidays
2023-11-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-103, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
Education, support, and resources for those who struggle with stress, sadness, and isolation during the holiday season. We’ll also discuss ways in which you can support others who are struggling.
FDL Room A-103 or Join Virtually

Diversity Works! Games
2023-12-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-120, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States

Diversity Works! Game
2023-12-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935

WB: Coffee & Cookies with a Counselor
2024-01-30 10:00 - 12:00 | West Bend Cafeteria
Drop by the West Bend Cafeteria between 10am-12pm for free cookies and coffee, and meet your West Bend Campus counselor, Katie Look!
MPTC Counseling services are free for MPTC students and can be done in-person or virtually. Visit morainepark.edu/counseling for more info about our services, or connect with Katie directly:

klook@morainepark.edu
262-335-5874, TTY/VP: Use Relay/VRS
Schedule an appointment with Katie

Multi-Generational Workforce
2024-01-30 11:30 - 12:15 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935
Learn to navigate work styles with colleagues across multiple generations, focusing on inclusion and tapping into each person’s individual strengths.
FDL Room A-112 or Join Virtually

FDL: Coffee & Cookies with a Counselor
2024-01-31 10:00 - 12:00 | FDL Campus Cafeteria Entrance
Drop by the Fond du Lac cafeteria entrance between 10am-12pm for free cookies and coffee, and meet one of your Fond du Lac Campus counselors, Teresa Harn!
MPTC Counseling services are free for MPTC students and can be done in-person or virtually. Visit morainepark.edu/counseling for more info about our services, or connect with one of our Fond du Lac counselors directly:

Angela Schmidt
aschmidt47@morainepark.edu
920-924-3199, TTY/VP: Use Relay/VRS
Schedule an appointment with Angela

Teresa Harn
tharn@morainepark.edu
920-924-6535, TTY/VP: Use Relay/VRS
Schedule an appointment with Teresa

BD: Coffee & Cookies with a Counselor
2024-01-31 12:00 - 13:30 | Beaver Dam Cafeteria
Drop by the Beaver Dam Cafeteria between 12-1:30pm for free cookies and coffee, and meet your Beaver Dam Campus counselor, Jason Flanders!
MPTC Counseling services are free for MPTC students and can be done in-person or virtually. Visit morainepark.edu/counseling for more info about our services, or connect with Jason directly:

Jason Flanders
jflanders3@morainepark.edu
920-887-4441, TTY/VP: Use Relay/VRS
Schedule an appointment with Jason

Crowns: Celebrating Natural Black Hair
2024-02-01 11:30 - 12:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935
The Crowns exhibit showcases photographs of Black men, women, and children of Fond du Lac County, with a quote from each individual explaining why they love their natural Black hair. The exhibit was inspired by the Crown Act, an initiative raising awareness of hair discrimination among people of color, especially Black women.
This is exhibit will be on display, accompanied by a presentation on the history of Black hair and beauty, and the progression of the health and beauty industry toward providing options for all skin tones. Gain a better understanding of the significance of Black hair while celebrating its beauty!
FDL Room A-112 or Join Virtually

BD: Black History Traveling Museum
2024-02-05 09:00 - 2024-02-09 15:00 | BD Library Entrance – J-100.3
Our Black History Month display is back! We’ve added a wealth of information about Black music, scientists, veterans, Wisconsin history, and more. Stop by to read the stories of African Americans who influenced our history and culture, often without recognition.

WB: Black History Traveling Museum
2024-02-12 09:00 - 2024-02-16 15:00 | WB Library Entrance – N-106
