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SCDAI TalksDealing with a Gender Identity Crisis as a StudentAs today, the 31st of March, marks Transgender Day of Visibility, host Alex sits down with Hawun to talk about the topic of dealing with a gender identity crisis as an international student in the Netherlands. Hawun takes us along on their journey wtih exploring their gender identity and the road to finding true alignment with their gender in exerpiencing gender euphoria. Hawun also gives insights into what higher education should do to support their LGBTQIA+ students beyond performative actions (such as only acknowledging their existance on LGBT+ related holidays), and provides useful resources for trans and non-binary individuals...2022-03-3159 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on Classism, Privilege & Accessibility in Higher EducationIn this month's episode, Ekin and Alex talk about classism, privilege and accessibility in higher education. They discuss how the notion that higher education is a "great equalizer" is very flawed due to prevailing economical, social and cultural barriers to entering and remaining in these institutions. The discussion focuses on how poverty, immigration status, class, generational aspects, knowledge poverty, networking access, and the intersectional aspect of it all, are all interrelated notions in a web of challenges that many students face in regard to obtaining a higher education degree.2022-03-1347 min
SCDAI TalksTrailer SCDAI TalksIn this trailer, host Alex briefly describes what SCDAI is about and what you can expect from SCDAI Talks. Most importantly - this is a platform for you - underrepresented students and allies! Would you like to get in touch with us - either to give us feedback or to propose a topic and potentially record it with us? Get in touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scdai_groningen/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/scdaiE-mail: info@scdaigroningen.nlWebsite: https://www.scdaigroningen.nl/2022-01-2902 min
SCDAI TalksLecturer on Diversity & Inclusion in Higher EducationIn our latest Talks episodes, Alex sits down with Lumi Stoica, expat and senior lecturer at Hanze UAS, Groningen, in an episode dedicated to the International Day of Education. Lumi shares her thoughts on why and how teachers play an essential role in fostering a diverse and inclusive classroom in higher education.2022-01-2352 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on Intersectional FeminismIn this episode host Genesis from SCDAI and guest Mwee from Black Ladies of Groningen discuss their take on feminism and the journey towards embracing the movement. The two discuss the many nuanced intersections of sexism with race, religion, ethnic diversity and other underrepresented social identities. They discuss experiences misogyny and racism in the context of Dutch higher education and the importance of feminism always being intersectional.2021-09-1948 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on Studying Abroad*TW brief mention of seasonal depression/chronic depression.
In this episode, student host Alex and guest student Ariana talk about the good, bad and the ugly when moving to a new country for one’s study. In this rather light episode, the two dive into topics of cultural shock, including both the exciting stages of moving and the more real and anxiety-inducing realities of becoming your own person abroad. If you’re going to move soon - tune in for some tips and information; if you’ve been abroad, tune in for some relatable stories that will help y...2021-08-2246 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on Cancel CultureIn this episode of SCDAI Talks, Alex and Genesis talk about cancel culture. They discuss the impact of cancelling big brands, celebrities and the people in our circle, the dilemma of calling in vs. calling out and how to recover after being cancelled. While our hosts celebrate cancel culture for “shifting the power”, they are perplexed by the question of is cancel culture always effective? The concept of cancel culture is currently highly problematic, being one of the most polarizing matters on the internet and beyond, with talk on how it potentially limits freedom of speech. Alex and Genesis disc...2021-07-1345 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on being Queer*TW mentions of homophobia and assault*
In this episode, we discuss with our guest Stan what is like to be queer, from growing up, to how it is to live in a heteronormative society on the daily, and how we personally celebrate pride yearly, monthly, and daily. We round off the episode with a small discussion on the rainbow washing business.
Throughout this episode we talk about our personal experiences and opinions. Please keep in mind that everyone has their own experiences, and even though we are comfortable being open about this, everyone is entitled...2021-06-2052 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on Asian DiscriminationIn this episode, we delve into the issue of discrimination against the Asian community and the rise of anti-Asian racism during the Covid pandemic. We also look into the effects of discrimination in form of for example the model minority myth and other harmful stereotypes. Our guest Hai Ha shares the experiences she has had during her studies in the Netherlands. 2021-05-1539 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on IslamophobiaIn this episode, we go into Islamophobia, the rise of it in recent years, the reprecussions which Muslims in the Netherlands face, and what higher education's responsibility in supporting Muslim students is. Our guest Naima shares her experiences as a Muslim woman having lived in the Netherlands for a while now.2021-04-1241 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on TokenismIn this episode the students discuss the concept of tokenism and how it is often mistaken for inclusion. The students give various examples of how tokenism takes place in society from their perspective and advises the listener on how to stray away from tokenism. 2021-02-2651 min
SCDAI TalksActivist on Black Pete with Eargy FlorentinaIn our second episode of SCDAI Talks, we continue our conversation about Black Pete from the previous episode and dive into the activist perspective of it. Our guest, Eargy, talks about his expeirences and activism on Black Pete as a member of Black Lives Matter Parkstad and Heerlen Kan Het. The episode talks about Eargy's journey, how he has experienced the weight of being an active advocate for racial justice, and how higher education is crucial in shaping young minds in understanding anti-racism and decolonization.2020-12-1856 min
SCDAI TalksStudents on Black PeteIn the first episode of SCDAI Talks we tackle the celebration of Sinterklaas and Black Pete from three different perspectives. The speakers Pim, Genesis, and Walphana come from the Netherlands, Bonaire and Aruba and have experienced the celebration growing up in different ways. They listen, compare their experiences and how they came to realize that Black Pete was problematic. Moreover, they talk about starting conversations of Black Pete and introducing topics as racism, colonialism and white supremacy in education.2020-12-1350 min