2024 Inclusive Excellence Conference
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Harold D. Melton Student Center
255 Heisman Drive
Auburn University
Conference Room, 2222/2223
Join us for a free breakfast and free lunch to share your thoughts, listen and engage with students, faculty, staff, theatre artists and community activists as they talk about their theories, concerns and raise awareness about equity, inclusion and diversity in the classroom, community and research.
8:15–9:00 am Breakfast and registration
9:00–9:10 am Welcome and opening remarks
9:10–9:45 am Mosaic Theater Company
9:45–10:00 am Break
10:00-10:50 am Group 1 Sessions
11:00-11:50 am Group 2 Sessions
12:00-1:15 pm Lunch in room 2222/2223
12:15-1:15 pm Keynote Speaker
1:20-2:20 pm Clotilda Panel Discussion
2:30-3:00 pm Poster Session
Anthony Danner, Keynote Speaker
Anthony Dannar, PhD, is a lecturer at Auburn University. As a researcher, Anthony examines political reactionarism through the lens of fan studies and theories of play. His dissertation explores how the combination of brand culture, platform logic and fan play can manifest into consumer identities that embody reactionary politics. As part of his commitment to diversity and inclusion, Anthony serves in Auburn University’s Advocates and Allies program, as well as the Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice committee for the School of Communication and Journalism.
Theatre is an Effective & Compelling Pedagogical Method
The Auburn University Mosaic Theatre Company
The Mosaic Theatre Company (MTC) is dedicated to the creation and performance of original works of theatre, which foster constructive community conversations. We promote and build inclusive excellence at Auburn University. MTC members come primarily from the Auburn University student body and are trained in a variety of theatrical devising techniques. The members work together as an ensemble year-round developing new materials, honing theatrical skills, and presenting their work to interested constituencies. The primary purpose of MTC is to foster dialogue and create a more inclusive community and culture.