Concurrent Breakout Sessions
New for the 16th Annual CIRC in 2025, we are introducing concurrent breakout sessions at the conference and are inviting proposals for breakout session presentations and workshops. Proposals are due by Oct. 15.
Breakout sessions will last one hour and will include approximately 40-60 people in each session. We are open to receiving proposals on various topics that connect to our overarching theme for the conference, “Connecting Cultures, Strengthening Communities,” and that fit under one or more conference learning objectives.
Sample topics for proposals include but are not limited to:
- Unpacking the elements of culture
- Cultural diversity in the workplace
- Coalition building
- Communication and engaging people from various cultures
- Demographic data about the people and cultures in Central Ohio
- Community resources and supports
- Unpacking belonging
- Highlighting the lived experiences of people from various cultures
- Cultural diversity in education
- Leadership in a culturally diverse society
Important dates:
Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 – Proposal submissions due
Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 – Proposal decisions shared
Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 – Registration opens
Thursday, Mar. 27, 2025 - Registration closes
Friday, Apr. 11, 2025 – Conference Day
If you have any questions please contact Kim Manno, director of advancement, at manno.18@osu.edu or 740-366-9135.