Campus International Events

This workshop is the first session in the Intercultural Conflict Series, which explores how culture shapes the way conflict is experienced, expressed, and managed.

Part 1 focuses on building foundational understanding. Participants examine what makes conflict intercultural and explore key factors that influence how misunderstandings arise, including ambiguity, language, face, power, and context. The session also introduces major cultural dimensions—such as individualism and collectivism, power distance, sense of self, and communication context—and how they shape differing expectations around disagreement across cultures.

This session emphasizes awareness and shared language rather than problem-solving and provides important context for navigating conflict more effectively in intercultural settings.

This session is strongly recommended for participants planning to attend Part 2 (Navigating Intercultural Conflict: Styles, Strategies, and Applied Practice).

Open to faculty, staff, and international scholars. Registration is required!

About GUIDE: Global Understanding, Intercultural Development, and Engagement Sessions

The GUIDE Sessions provide professional learning opportunities for faculty, staff, and scholars who want to strengthen their ability to work effectively across cultures and support international students and colleagues. These interactive sessions offer practical tools grounded in intercultural research, helping participants refine their communication skills, deepen cultural understanding, and create more inclusive academic and workplace environments.

GUIDE Sessions are open to all campus professionals and do not require prior experience with intercultural training. Participants are encouraged to attend multiple GUIDE sessions to build a well-rounded foundation in intercultural competence.