By Rebecca C. Atkinson, associate director
New Student & Family Programs
To further assist students as they transition to Clemson and to continue to improve the campus climate, New Student and Family Programs has partnered with the Gantt Center for Student Life to offer Ally training for faculty and staff.
The training sessions, open to all faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students, will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 14, May 30 and June 11 and will include a light snack. Participants should only attend one session. Additional sessions may be added, if needed. To register , visit: http://www.clemson.edu/ganttreg/.
By participating in Ally training, you are affirming your (participation or contribution) in creating a more welcoming and inclusive Clemson University campus for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) students, faculty and staff. Ally training aims to increase awareness and understanding of LGBTQ issues and to train you to stand with and advocate for LGBTQ people – be their Ally. Ally training is an adaptation of the Safe Zone program. If you have previously completed Safe Zone training, we encourage you to attend Ally training, as the model is now more developed and is specifically tailored for Clemson’s community.
Once Ally training is completed, you will receive a lapel-style pin, featuring the Clemsom Ally symbol, to wear throughout undergraduate New Student Orientation. Our hope is new students and families may see the symbol and recognize Clemson’s commitment to be an inclusive place for all. Additionally, by self-identifying as an Ally, students may seek you out to ask more personal questions that will assist in their transition. If you have previously participated in Ally Training, we can provide you a pin to wear during New Student Orientation.
For questions, call 864-656-0515.
