History
“I” Statements – Podcast
December 3, 2019
Launched in December 2019, the “I” Statements podcast enables IDP to share examples of dialogue beyond our in-person offerings. In each episode people with different identities come together to share their own beliefs, experiences, and perspectives, demonstrating the power and possibility inherent in communicating across difference. New episodes – accessible via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, and our own website – will be available the first Monday of each month.
Course for Academic Advisors
October 31, 2019
In collaboration with the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (OVPUE) and the Office of Academic Diversity Initiatives (OADI), IDP hosts an inaugural course for academic advisors. The course brings together a group of academic advisors from across the colleges to explore how social identities inform advising and mentoring processes; practice tools for leading and communicating across difference; strengthen their capacity to develop effective collaborations; and build a professional network of academic advisors interested in enacting systemic change past the completion of this course.
Orientation Follow-Up Sessions
October 18, 2019
During the IDP Orientation Sessions, students explored their own complex identities and were introduced to communication tools which would allow them to more effectively create communities across differences.
Starting in fall 2019, three colleges (School of Industrial and Labor Relations, School of Hotel Administration and Dyson) conduct follow-up sessions for their first-year and transfer students. In these follow-up sessions, students have the opportunity to build upon the content and skills covered during Orientation.
The Daily Sun Staff Do IDP
September 15, 2019
The Cornell Daily Sun Staff participate in a three-hour session with IDP facilitators to think about the responsibilities journalists have to consider social identity when crafting their narratives. Together they explore new ways to understand various perspectives and challenge their own assumptions.
Relevant Articles: The Sun Did Intergroup Dialogue Project and so Should You
Law School Orientation
August 1, 2019
All incoming Cornell Law School students participate in a three-hour session focused on professional education and experiences within the field of law. In addition to reflecting on social identities, they have the opportunity to practice communication skills that can facilitate meaningful connections with peers and colleagues.
Orientation & Dialogue
August 18, 2018
IDP offers introductory dialogue sessions to the entire incoming first-year class. In five days, current students, alumni, and staff facilitate 169 three-hour sessions for over 3,000 students. IDP also develops follow-up programs for first-years to continue honing intergroup dialogue skills, as well as opportunities for staff and faculty to reinforce Cornell’s diversity and inclusion vision and values.
Relevant Articles: Intergroup Dialogue Project broadens students’ worlds, Orientation offers peer-led guidance, welcomes families
Getting Down to Business
March 19, 2018
IDP develops and offers a 1-credit course to students in the SC Johnson Graduate School of Management.
Workshop Wonders
September 1, 2017
Offerings expand to include both one-time workshops and sustained recurring workshop series ranging from three-hours to multiple days. Participation in offerings also extends to graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, as well as staff and faculty.
Summer Conference Hosting
June 1, 2017
IDP hosts the second biennial conference on intergroup dialogue with various higher education programs around the country.
Relevant Articles: Conference explores best practices in intergroup dialogue
Inclusion Increases
March 20, 2017
IDP is awarded the 2017 grant to develop and add a new “Nationality” section to their EDUC 2610 undergraduate class, incorporating global experiences and perspective, all while providing students with content beyond a U.S.- centric framework. Subsequently, in the Fall of 2017, IDP holds its first EDUC 2610 course focusing on Nationality.
Relevant Articles: 2017 Grants: Internationalizing the Cornell Curriculum
Graduates & Beyond!
July 1, 2016
IDP extends its offerings beyond the undergraduate student body and develops a course for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.
Read more: Program enhances grad student, postdoc dialogue skills
Growth in Campus Outreach
February 1, 2016
IDP grows to accommodate 13 sections and approximately 200 students per semester for the first time. Moreover, the program incorporates the topics: socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, religion, disability into EDUC 2610 topics.
Awards & Awards
March 1, 2014
Cornell University’s Intergroup Dialogue Project wins the Perkins Prize and Diversity Award.
Relevant Article: Cornell Wins Diversity Award
Creation of the Intergroup Dialogue Project
August 20, 2012
