Bias Busters guides spark conversations

Posted on November 1, 2014 by Brandon Carey

Michigan State students talk about cultural competence raised in Bias Busters diversity handbook.

Michigan State students brainstorm cultural issues in event at library..

We had a great night at the Michigan State University Library Oct. 28 when almost 100 people came out to hear about the Bias Busters project. They answered questions from “100 Questions and Answers About Americans” and then discussed in teams questions from “100 Questions and Answers About East Asian Cultures.”

We asked international students from East Asian countries to join the various circles as resource people.

We talked about China’s relationship with Hong Kong, Korean and Japanese culture and difference among East Asian countries.

The guides led us to conversation, which is just what we want them to do.