Throughout 2020, most University operations continued as usual, including hiring of employees and enrollment of new students. For some of these recent additions to Shocker Nation, June 1 may feel like the first day of school all over again! Join these Circles to share your experience as a remote newbie, and network with other “new kids” as long-time Shockers share their experiences.

Used often in the context of mediation and restorative justice, Circles are a discussion group format intended to provide a space where all participants have equal opportunity to be heard and hear others. In a series of turn-based rounds, discussion questions are posed to provoke thoughtful, open conversation, often on difficult or emotionally-charged topics. This is a unique method of communication, and one that is best understood through experience. Shocker Circles are guided by Circle Keepers, staff, faculty, and student volunteers who have been trained in Circle methodology by KIPCOR.

This Circle will be held virtually over Zoom. Preregistration is required, and each Circle is limited to ten participants. Registrants will receive an Outlook event invite with Zoom link to the email provided.

For more information on this program and the Summer 2021 Reintegration Shocker Circles series, visit www.wichita.edu/ShockerCircles.