DiCE Activities, Events
DiCE Activities, Events, and Deadlines (Fall 2026)
Bringing joy to our research, teaching, and learning across the University
The Division for Change and Empowerment (DiCE) believes in a university where all Lobos are empowered to pursue their dreams without barriers. As part of our commitment to curiosity and the production of new knowledge, innovative research, and creative works, we lead and organize several events, activities, workshops, and requirements that support all lobos at UNM. Below is a comprehensive list of the many ways we serve UNM.
Event/Activity/Deadlines | Dates | Notes | Registration & Information |
|---|---|---|---|
Writing | |||
| DiCE Writing Retreat | August 4 – 6 | Come write, think, and walk in community. | Next retreat will be held in January |
| DiCE Retreat Workshops | August 3 & 7 | Next workshops will be held in January | |
| NCFDD 14-Day Writing Challenge | August 3 – 16 Sept 21 – Oct 4 | NCFDD asynchronous event. Participants commit to writing at least 30 minutes a day for 14 days. DiCE provides free NCFDD membership to all UNM Lobos. You can open your account here. | Registration deadline July 24 Registration deadline Sept 11 |
| Writing in Community | Recurring event M, W, Th 9:30 – 11am | This is a low-stakes way to add accountability to writing. Participants meet, say what they'll work on, and they work. Stars on September 8th & ends November 26 | Register to writing in community here Remote |
Curricula | |||
| CAC Workshops | Thurs, Sept 3 2 – 2:50pm & Wed Sept 9 2 – 2:50pm | Introduces faculty to the Critical Analyses of US and Global Cultures requirement. The workshop provides best practices to apply to the requirement and fulfill its criteria. For more information on the CAC requirement. | Register to a CAC Workshop Remote |
| CAC Application Deadline | Sept 11 | Final date to submit materials to the Alza Council Curricular Subcommittee (ACCS) for 2026 approval. Course fulfills the requirement starting in Fall 2027 for six years. | Apply here to the CAC requirement |
| Alza Council Curricular Subcommittee (ACCS) | Recurring event 2nd Tuesday 2 – 2:50pm | ACCS oversees the CAC requirement. Members meet monthly and evaluate courses to ensure they meet the criteria. Participating faculty receive small research stipend. | Contact Nahir@unm.edu to join the committee |
Appreciation | |||
| Staff affinity Luncheon | Tues, Sept 17 12 – 1pm | Staff luncheon to build social and professional networks that promote mentorship, success, and retention. | Jackson Student Center Contact DiCE for more information |
| DiCE Open Breakfast | Thurs, Oct 22 9 – 11am | Come celebrate homecoming week with breakfast at DiCE. | Roberts Room at Scholes Hall Contact DiCE for more information |
| Luminaria Awards | Wed, Dec 2 11:30am – 1pm | Event to recognize Lobos who bring our communities together | Location TBD Contact DiCE for more information |
| Faculty Listening Circles | Recurring event 3rd Tuesday 2 – 2:50pm | Designed to listen to and support each other through our pressing needs. Circles include topics such as feeling valued and navigating teaching through our current landscape. | Listening Circles Registration Scholes Hall 101 and remote |
Arcoíris Center | Website | AC: 1919 Las Lomas Rd. NE | |
| So... What You Into: Student Interest Meetup | Fri, August 21 12pm | A meet and greet for students to learn about our student groups and to garner interest in forming affinity circles | AC: 1919 Las Lomas Rd. NE |
| 6th Annual Welcome back | Fri, Sept 10 5pm | Come learn about the Arcoíris center with entertainment, food (vegan options always available), and raffle prizes! | AC: 1919 Las Lomas Rd. NE |
| Open Safe Zone Workshop | Mon, Sept 14, 9am; Tues, Oct 27, 9am (zoom); Fri, Nov 5, 12pm | Workshop designed for students, faculty, and staff to better support Trans and Queer individuals | Location TBD; contact the Arcoíris Center for more information |
| Flag raising ceremony | Thu, Oct 1 12pm | Kicks off LBGTQ+ History Month | In front of Scholes Hall |
| Joteria Loteria | Tues, Oct 6 5pm | A queer, Arcoíris Center created loteria game with a cumbia following | Mesa Vista Courtyard |
| A Queer is Neither Late nor Early: National Coming Out Day and Lecture | Wed, Oct 14 11am | National Coming Out Day Lecture with a Lecture by Leslie Donovan at 12:30 | Honors College |
| Out and Ally Waffle Breakfast | Wed, Oct 21 8am | Breakfast in community | AC: 1919 Las Lomas Rd. NE |
| Día De Los Muertos Mole Making and Altar Opening | Mon, Nov 2 8am & 5pm | Celebrate Día de los muertos with the Arcoíris center with Mole Making at 8am and the Altar Blessing at 5pm. | AC: 1919 Las Lomas Rd. NE |
| Friendsgiving | Wed, Nov 25 12pm | At the Arcoíris center | AC: 1919 Las Lomas Rd. NE |
| Passion for Fashion | Tues, Dec 1, 12pm | A creative, costume creation competition amongst departments that centers World AIDS Day. | Location TBD; contact the Arcoíris Center for more information |
Additional information | |||
| DiCE Office Hours (with Nahir) | Recurring 1st & 4th Tues 2 – 2:50 | Need help with the CAC application? Have questions, suggestions, ideas, and/or need help? Need to speak with Nahir for whatever reason? Office hours are for you! | Office hours are through zoom |
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