CFANS Inclusive Excellence Leadership Forum

Advancing Inclusion and Belonging in a Changing Landscape
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 12–3 p.m

St. Paul Student Center, North Star Ballroom (in-person only) 

Inclusive Excellence forum
The second annual CFANS Inclusive Excellence Leadership Forum brings together faculty, staff, postdoctoral fellows, students, alumni, and leaders from across CFANS for an afternoon of connection and forward-thinking. Through interactive learning, dialogue, and exploration of actionable strategies, participants will gain practical tools to lead inclusively during times of change. Attendees will leave ready to strengthen the culture of belonging and foster more inclusive classrooms, units, teams, and communities across the College.
Abdul Omari headshot
  • Keynote Address: Abdul Omari, PhD, Creating and Fostering Inclusive Spaces
    • University of Minnesota Foundation, Trustee
    • Regent Emeritus
    • AMO Enterprise, Principal & Founder
    • Three-time U of M graduate
  • Introductory remarks from Dean Brian Buhr and Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence Starr Sage