March 13^th - 17^th, 2023

Virginia Tech’s Principles of Community Week is our annual celebration of the fundamental concepts that support InclusiveVT, our institutional and individual commitment to Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. These principles reinforce our aspirations for a diverse and inclusive campus, where we can freely express and explore ideas in an atmosphere of empathy, civility, and mutual respect.(from https://vtx.vt.edu/articles/2022/03/president-principles-of-community-week-2022.html)

The Virginia Tech Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that speaks to what we want to be as an institution. At its core is the belief that Virginia Tech is a community built on respect for all people and each of its members share in the responsibility for upholding its values. Every March during the week following spring break the Office for Inclusion and Diversity organizes Principles of Community Week to commemorate and reaffirm our commitments.

This year’s theme is Moving from Words to Action.  During the week of March 13th-17th, faculty and staff have the opportunity to participate in twenty-one workshops to learn skills for calling people into community and holding each other and ourselves accountable.  There are also links to self-directed learning opportunities.  Workshop topics include conflict resolution, mindfulness, and communication just to name a few!  There are limited spaces available for the in person workshops, so it is important to register soon.  The in person workshops will be held at the TLOS University Mall location, 801 University City Blvd Suite 21, Blacksburg, VA.  Many of the workshops are hybrid or virtual.

For the first time, there is the opportunity to earn a Principles of Community Week digital badge.  Participants earn badges by completing workshops and/or self-directed courses.

To view the schedule of workshops and register:  https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/principlesofcommunityweek/courses/indv55-031323

Partners include:  Office for Inclusion and Diversity, Office for Equity and Accessibility, University Ombuds Office, Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS), Department of Human Resources, Center for Cooperative Problem Solving, Graduate School Office of the Ombuds, and Office for Learning Partnerships.

How can I learn more about the Principles of Community?

Learn about the Principles of Community at this website: https://www.inclusive.vt.edu/about/vtpoc.html

Here is a downloadable copy of the Principles of Community: Click Here

What are some ideas for recognizing Principles of Community Week?

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Are there events during Principles of Community Week?

Monday, March 13th, 2023 - Friday, March 17th, 2023

The Division of IT Diversity Committee is hosting an exciting challenge to promote Principles of Community (POC) Week, March 13th through March 17th. To celebrate the week, and encourage participation, the Diversity Committee is hosting a raffle with prize drawings for anyone who attends a university-sponsored event.

This year’s theme is Moving from Words to Action. During the week of March 13th-17th, faculty and staff in the Division of IT can participate in twenty-one workshops to learn skills for calling people into community and holding each other and ourselves accountable. Workshop topics include conflict resolution, mindfulness, and communication just to name a few!

For more information, contact Joyce Landreth at jlandret@vt.edu

Monday, March 13th, 2023 | 12:00 - 2:00 PM EST

Falls Church Campus, Room 329

A space where Pamplin's faculty/staff/ and students can come together in the spirit of community to enjoy lunch. Buffet and boxed lunches available!

Free Event!

Tuesday, March 14th, 2023 - Thursday, March 16th, 2023

Lobby of Cowgill Hall

College of Architecture, Arts, and Design: Moving From Words to Action through Curricular Innovation

Visit the lobby of Cowgill Hall on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during Principles of Community Week as we highlight our faculty leading curricular change. Our mini-exhibit will showcase posters summarizing the work of AAD faculty who have been awarded the College's Instructional Innovation Challenge Mini-Grant. Mini-Grants support the College's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals and incentivize faculty innovation for inclusive pedagogy through revision of curricula to assure diverse perspectives and inclusive instruction in course content, embracing student-centered learning approaches and experiences across academic programs.

For more information, contact Takiyah Nur Amin, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, College of Architecture, Arts, and Design at tamin@vt.edu

Tuesday, March 14th, 2023 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM EST

New Classroom Building (NCB) 130A

The DEIB Student Org Coalition is hosting a workshop on "real talk" and allyship. The purpose of this workshop is to engage students in dialogue about things in the community, ways in which they can engage with one another, discuss ways in with the College/University can support them in their development, and empower our students to be active allies in the community. If anyone has any questions, they can contact us through deib@vt.edu.

Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 | 12:00 - 1:30 PM EST

Event: The Black Cultural Center (129 Squires Student Center - 209 College Ave, Blacksburg, VA)

After Event: VTDITC Studio Hours at True School Studios (103 Media Building - 101 Draper Road NW, Blacksburg, VA)

VTDITC volume 42: Mental Health & Hip Hop III with Dr. Apryl Alexander

Join Dr. Apryl Alexander (University of North Carolina Charlotte Department of Public Health Sciences and Virginia Tech alumna), the VTDITC: Hip Hop Studies at Virginia Tech community, and the Black Cultural Center as Dr. Alexander discusses the importance of Hip Hop as a form of healing, particularly during sociopolitical movements.

Free lunch from Roots Natural Kitchen will be provided by the Black Cultural Center. Vibrations will be provided by the VTDITC team. Like everything we do, this event is completely free and open to the public.

After the discussion, pull up to VTDITC Studio Hours at our own True School Studios (103 Media Building) for your opportunity to create amongst like-minded creatives.

Swing by VTDITC’s True School Studios for Studio Hours afterwards!