Dialogue

The Women of BPN joined Ellen Buron as she discussed the challenges and opportunities for careers in Higher Education.

Ellen will take us through a dialogue discussion about the Black Self-Determination Theory about Autonomy, Competence, and Relatedness.

Join representatives from CAPS and HPaW as they discuss wellness programs for NU students. It's essential to understand how our black and other students are supported and what resources are available so you can tell if you encounter a student in crisis.

Evelyn Cordero, Well-being Specialist, HR, Talent Development & Well-being, to discuss how to include the arts in your day-to-day and long-term well-being journey. Evelyn will provide the University well-being updates to ensure you're up-to-date with the resources available to you.

Walter Crawford discusses Black Self-Determination and perspectives on powers.

Alvin, a Northwestern Professor of Political Science and Director of the Center for Diversity and Democracy. Alvin will share his views as we approach the 2024 election and the importance of your vote.

Ellen Burton provided highlights and information about managing your career.

Ellen's dialogue session was titled 'Inclusive Leadership for Black Professionals.' This learning experience was designed for NU BPN members who would like their work culture to be more respectful, appreciative of their gifts, loyalty, and talents, and more inclusive.

BPN members gathered during a Zoom session to be led in a discussion with Author, Executive Advisor, and leadership coach Ellen Burton. This learning experience is for Northwestern BPN members who want their work culture to be more respectful, appreciative of their gifts, loyalty and talents while being more inclusive.

Alvin B. Tillery, Northwestern University Professor of Political Science, Director of the Center for the Study of Diversity, and BPN partner provided a meaningful conversation about diversity, racism, and social justice.

A dialogue Zoom conversation with Northwestern Women Center Associate Director Njoki Kamau who discussed a coaching session program that consists of 5 free sessions for NU employees.

BPN members gathered during a Zoom session to be led in a discussion with adjunct faculty member, executive advisor, and leadership coach, Walter Crawford. The dialogue session provided tools for building better health, financial wealth, spiritual guidance, relationships, community support, and work/career balance.

Ellen discussed "The Story Lie" ; "The Truth and The Strategy"

BNP members gathered during a Zoom session to be led in a discussion with adjunct faculty member, executive advisor, and leadership coach, Walter Crawford. This dialogue session was about the current change situations we are facing. Are we embracing it or running away from it? Members shared situations and were led with positive changes.

BPN members gathered during a Zoom session to be led in a discussion with executive coach, author, and facilitator Ellen Burton. This dialogue leads members with tools on how perception can expand the strategic options for managing your career.

BPN members gathered at the library for an in-person curator talk, tour, and discussion with Marquis Taylor, a Ph.D. student, who curated the exhibition. The exhibit features original documents from the Fredrick Douglass Collection and Slavery, Enslaved Persons, and Free Blacks in the Americas Collection at Northwestern Libraries.

Open dialogue with Walter Crawford as BPN members discussed your emotional intelligence , how to connect with feelings, turn your intention into action and how making informed decisions matters most to you .

Ellen discussed our personal and collective insights following George Floyd's murder; The impact of wellbeing on our ability to lead and exploring wellness practices.

Author Ellen Burton engage a dialogue with members about self-care. She took members on a journey about Stress vs Trauma in the Black community. Her presentation included ‘How it has been passed down to us’, ‘How we carry it around’ and ‘How we pass it along’.

Author Ellen Burton engage a dialogue with members and provided best practices on Developing a Growth Mindset, Compassion Meditation and using 8 aspects of Building Resilience. Members shared their experiences and found comfort in hearing how to cope when faced with adversity.

Ellen Burton led members with a discussion on Unconscious Bias and provided a series of questions to reflect beyond the session.

Walter Crawford and Northwestern staff members Ryann Greene, Michael Hill, Omar Negron and Jabari Thomas will include you in an engaging dialogue that speaks to the Black Male Experience in and around Northwestern

Walter discussed What is Imposter Syndrome Imposter Syndrome Types – What type are you? Journal: How has it shown up in your life? How can you manage it?

Walter met with the members to discuss imposter syndrome and the imposter syndrome types.

NU Staff Psychologist Kenneth Washington brings a trauma-informed lens, and over 5 years of experience working in university college counseling centers. He obtained a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Southern Illinois University and transitioned to Northwestern after brief stints at the School of the Art Institute and the University of Florida. Kenneth led a dialogue session and provided self care resources as members shared their trauma experiences.

Walter J. Crawford, an executive and leadership coach, located in the Washington, DC metro area, facilitates a discussion on how storytelling has shaped black history with its own stories or narratives. These stories can influence our family, community and work lives. Walter led an exercise to remind attendees to write their own story because You know your story better than anyone.

Walter Crawford, an executive and leadership coach leads a discussion with members on the importance of journaling. Walter discusses how this is an effective form of self-care and treatment to increase black people well being. Members were led in an exercise to journal how the summer of 2020 has changed their observations on race, equity and social justice

This discussion with Dr. William Gradishar was regarding women's health and breast cancer during this Breast Cancer Wellness Month.

Ellen discussed the role of mental and physical health and your ability to lead. Reoccurring trauma and impending burnout and how to take care of yourself and get it done.

Ellen discussed creating space for COVID Vaccination Conversations: No Judgment Zones and Conversation and Action Guide to Support Staff Well-Being and Joy in Work During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic.

In the wake of the Summer of 2020, the BPN members were led in discussion alongside Ellen Burton with a host of sessions to manage the stress encountered. This interactive series of support and strategies included the referenced topic.

In the wake of the Summer of 2020, the BPN members were led in discussion alongside Ellen Burton with a host of sessions to manage the stress encountered. This interactive series of support and strategies included the referenced topic.

In the wake of the Summer of 2020, the BPN members were led in discussion alongside Ellen Burton with a host of sessions to manage the stress encountered. This interactive series of support and strategies included the referenced topic.

In the wake of the Summer of 2020, the BPN members were led in discussion alongside Ellen Burton with a host of sessions to manage the stress encountered. This interactive series of support and strategies included the referenced topic.

Walter J. Crawford, an executive and leadership coach, located in the Washington, DC metro area, facilitates a session for BPN Male members only. BPN male members had a conversation with facilitator Walter Crawford and Northwestern staff members Travis Martin & Michael D. Hill

Ellen Burton Facilitates this session which encourages participants to purposely and authentically behave in a way that makes co-workers feel appreciated and respected as a result of acting on one's values!

The intention of this group coaching session facilitated by Ellen Burton. Is to ignite a supportive process for embracing change and creating individual solutions for dealing with our new normal. Participants are being called to action regarding contributing to racial inequity and abolishing racism. This seminar is designed to inspire BPN members to use their dissatisfaction, step away from victim mentality and use their leadership skills to make a difference by listening for inspired actions.

During this interactive keynote Ellen Burton facilitates. Participants learn why EI (Emotional Intelligence) is essential in today's workplace, especially when it comes to powerful collaboration. Understanding how to control one's emotions and how to support others in civil interactions are just the beginning.

Who doesn't want it easier? - Ellen Burton facilitates this session designed to allow you to examine the beliefs and behaviors related to asking for help. We all want to produce better results but often we overlook one of the simplest and most difficult collaboration tools available.

Ellen Burton facilitator. A session regarding reasons why branding is so important.

Walter Crawford facilitated a discussion regarding homophobia in the workplace.

Author Ellen Burton leads a discussion with members about adapting and balancing change. While change may seem stressful, it is actually the best way to learn about ourselves to grow as professionals. As persons of color we need to continuously grow as new challenges arise and by find creative ways to engage with others.

Your leadership influence in how teams treat one another. Author Ellen Burton leads a discussion with members about leadership and civility. She spoke about how when Senior Leadership do not set clear intentions and behavioral expectations, a gap occurs. Usually this is because they assume others should just know how to work together.

Author Ellen Burton leads a discussion with members for embracing change and creating individual solutions for dealing with our new normal. Members engage in discussion to focus forward by having them establish new personal goals and standards of behavior in alignment with their professional “brand”.