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Funded by a grant from the Wisconsin Institute of Citizenship and Civil Dialogue (WICCD), At the Table<\/strong> is a Spring 2026 pilot program intended to promote civil dialogue at 51ÁÔÆæ and build facilitation skills among students and instructors. Undergraduate students, paired with faculty mentors, were selected to complete dialogue facilitation training, then plan small-group dialogue events to lead on campus during April and early May. These At the Table<\/strong> dialogues are opportunities for 51ÁÔÆæ community members to gather over meals for meaningful conversation and respectful, open exchange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

51ÁÔÆæ students, staff, and faculty are all welcome to register <\/strong>for one of the At the Table <\/strong>dialogues listed below. Registration for each dialogue is limited, so don’t delay! In the registration form, you’ll have space to indicate any dietary or accommodation needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Far From Home: International Students, Scholars, and Immigrants’ Experiences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday, April 21, 11:30\u20131:30pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> Garland Hall 104 (Center for International Education conference room)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being far from home is more than just missing where you came from. It can mean isolation, culture shock, financial stress, and trying to succeed in spaces that were not built with you in mind. We will talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly. We’ll share stories, speak honestly about the challenges we face, and brainstorm resources. So join us for a safe and real conversation created for international students, scholars, and immigrants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by:<\/strong> Jarnekha Abdul Naser (Neuroscience) and Musa Yahaya, Teaching Faculty in Public Health<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Tuesday lunch dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Future is Ancestral<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, April 23, 3:30\u20135:30pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> Lubar Entrepreneurship Center (LEC), room 211 (Manpower Conference Room)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us for a meal and facilitated conversation about Earth Day observances, traditional ecological knowledge, and current environmental practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by:<\/strong> Avani Tandon (Conservation and Environmental Science) and Lynne Woehrle, Assoc. Prof. of Sustainable Peacebuilding<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Thursday dinner dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Where Do We Start? Finding Community in an Individualized World<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Friday, April 24, 6:00\u20138:00pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> First Generation+ Resource Center, Student Union EG39<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a society designed to keep us apart, how do we go about finding our people? What keeps us from connecting with each other? What does community look like in the modern world? All experiences are valuable, so join us for a conversation about community and making connections with the people around us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by: <\/strong>Maelan Hampsten (Digital Arts and Culture) and Sarah Beth Nelson, Asst. Prof. in Information Studies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Friday dinner dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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From ‘You Good?’ to Real Support: Mental Health, Stigma, and Connection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday, April 28, 5:00\u20137:00pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> Student Union W119<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seeking to promote mental health awareness, this facilitated discussion provides members of the 51ÁÔÆæ community an opportunity to engage in an open dialogue in hope of gaining a deeper understanding of the importance of mental health wellness in our community. The discussion will also include cultivating strategies to destigmatize mental health  on campus and share how we promote our own mental health wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by:<\/strong> Patricia Iwok (Psychology) and Tim Kalmer, Clinical Asst. Prof. of Nursing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Tuesday dinner dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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You Are Not Alone: From Military Service to Campus Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, April 30, 5:00\u20137:00pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location: <\/strong>Lubar College of Business, room N440<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students who serve or have served in the military are invited to join us for a tasty meal and facilitated dialogue \u2014 sharing stories, building community, finding belonging, and bridging the gap between the field and the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by: <\/strong>Don Strickland (Business Administration) and Romila Singh, Assoc. Prof. of Human Resource Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Thursday dinner dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Military and Veteran Students: Navigating and Coping with Uncertainty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Friday, May 1, 1:00\u20133:00pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> Student Union E240<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We invite military or veteran students to discuss over luncheon the supports available and needed to facilitate your academic success and wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by:<\/strong> Emily Turner (Health Sciences, Pre-OT) and Bhagwant Sindhu, Assoc. Prof. of Occupational Therapy, Science & Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Friday lunch dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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On Loss and What Remains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Friday, May 1, 5:00\u20137:00pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> Women’s Resource Center, Student Union EG37<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us over a meal for a facilitated discussion centered around the exploration of the experience of loss. Together we will look to develop a deeper, multi-faceted understanding of what it means to lose, how we can be changed by loss, and how we can show up for each other as a community when a loss has occurred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by:<\/strong> Jenica DeWaide (Philosophy and Psychology) and Miren Boehm, Prof. of Philosophy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Friday dinner dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Public Space Design and Campus Safety: What Can We Be Doing Better?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Monday, May 4, 5:00\u20137:00pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> Northwest Quad, room 399 (Community Design Solutions office)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are hosting a discussion to discuss feelings, thoughts, and observations on architecture around campus and the feelings of welcome and safety they may portray. We’re looking for anyone interested or knowledgeable in campus security, urban architecture and planning, or mere interest in the topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by:<\/strong> Shannon Fox (Criminology) and Krisann Rehbein, Director of Community Design Solutions, School of Architecture & Urban Planning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Monday dinner dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Reclaim Your Power<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wednesday, April 15, 5:00\u20137:00pm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location: <\/strong>Women’s Resource Center, Student Union EG37<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us for an evening of discussion on the overwhelming events of the world \u2014 generate activism and advocacy over dinner!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitated by: <\/strong>Levi Valentine (Psychology) and Liz Drame, Prof. of Teaching and Learning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register here<\/strong> for this Wednesday dinner dialogue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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