Preparing Student Leaders to Foster Constructive Dialogue

Student leaders are at the heart of campus culture. They shape conversations in student organizations, classrooms, and interactions with administrators—yet few receive training to navigate difficult discussions effectively. Equipping them with dialogue skills can have a ripple effect, strengthening discourse across the entire campus.

In this webinar, leaders from CUNY and Miami University share insights from their student dialogue initiatives, highlighting key lessons and practical strategies. CDI also introduces two new training programs designed to empower student leaders to serve as catalysts for constructive campus conversations.

Panelists:

• Jake Fay, Director of Education, Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI)
• Rachel Stephenson, Chief Transformation Officer, Office of Transformation, City University of New York (CUNY)
• M. Cristina Alcalde, VP, Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence, Miami University

Moderator:

• Liz Le Grange, VP of Growth, Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI)

Topics covered include:

• Why student leaders are uniquely positioned to influence campus dialogue
• Common challenges and successful strategies from real-world student training programs
• How investing in student leader training can drive lasting cultural change
• An inside look at CDI’s new student leader training offerings