{"id":2166048,"date":"2024-02-02T12:26:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-02T17:26:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/harvard-hosts-gathering-to-breathe-and-heal-event-to-help-students-grieve-claudine-gays-ouster-2\/"},"modified":"2024-02-02T12:31:45","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T17:31:45","slug":"harvard-hosts-gathering-to-breathe-and-heal-event-to-help-students-grieve-claudine-gays-ouster-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/harvard-hosts-gathering-to-breathe-and-heal-event-to-help-students-grieve-claudine-gays-ouster-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Harvard holds &#8216;Breathe and Heal&#8217; event for grieving students after Claudine Gay&#8217;s removal"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">26<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fharvard-hosts-gathering-to-breathe-and-heal-event-to-help-students-grieve-claudine-gays-ouster-2%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2166048&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>The Harvard Divinity School Hosts &#8220;Gathering to Breathe and Heal&#8221; Event<\/h2>\n<p>The Harvard Divinity School\u2019s Office \u2064of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging \u200borganized a powerful event \u200dcalled &#8220;Gathering\u2062 to Breathe and Heal&#8221; to \u200caddress the resignation of former President Claudine Gay. The event aimed \u2063to provide a safe space for students\u2063 to process their emotions and find solace.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;For this gathering, we will create a space \u2064for us to discuss and process \u200dthe departure\u2064 of\u2062 our former president, Claudine\u2062 Gay,&#8221; the office announced.\u2064 The event was\u200d designed to\u200c allow participants to come together, breathe, and begin the healing\u2063 process.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Gay&#8217;s resignation \u2063came after allegations of \u2064plagiarism in\u2064 her\u2063 academic works surfaced, adding to the pressure she was already \u200cfacing for her failure to\u2064 address \u2062the rise of antisemitism on campus.<\/p>\n<p>The newsletter from the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging acknowledged that many students were experiencing grief upon \u200ctheir arrival to campus. It \u200crecognized that this grief could be connected to personal experiences, global unrest, natural disasters,\u200d or\u200c the increasing\u200c tension on campus and \u200din communities.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_690375\" style=\"width: 517px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\">\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-690375\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Harvard Divinity School\u2019s Diversity,\u2064 Inclusion\u200b and Belongings office \u2062announcement of its \u201cGathering\u200c to Breathe and Heal\u201d event.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The email emphasized that the event \u2063was not meant for debate but rather as a space for individuals to come together and support one another. It\u200b highlighted the importance of community and unity during times of emotional distress.<\/p>\n<p>The event was\u2063 led by Melissa Wood Bartholomew,\u2062 Associate \u2063Dean for\u2064 Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and Steph Gauchel, Assistant Dean for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_690373\" style=\"width: 529px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\">\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-690373\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Harvard Divinity School \u200cemail announcing the event regarding the grieving of Claudine Gay\u2019s presidency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Office of Diversity, Inclusion and\u200b Belonging\u2062 expressed its unwavering commitment \u2064to\u200d addressing current \u2064challenges on campus through a restorative justice approach rooted in indigeneity and\u200d driven by\u2063 love.<\/p>\n<p><strong>READ MORE: \u200c <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/news\/harvard-employee-harasses-jewish-student-suing-school-for-anti-semitism-asks-to-debate-9-11-conspiracies\"><strong>Harvard Employee Harasses Jewish Student Suing School For Anti-Semitism, Asks \u200bTo Debate 9\/11\u200b Conspiracies<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What specific healing\u2063 techniques and resources were\u2064 provided at\u200d the\u200d event to help \u2062attendees cope \u2064with their emotions and navigate the healing process effectively?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  \u2062Misconduct surfaced against her. The\u200d news\u200d shocked the Harvard\u200d community, as Gay had been\u200d a respected leader and\u200c advocate for diversity and inclusion. Her departure left many students feeling disappointed, confused, and betrayed. The &#8220;Gathering to Breathe and Heal&#8221; event aimed to acknowledge these emotions and provide support for those affected.<\/p>\n<p>The\u200c event took place at the Harvard Divinity School\u200c and \u200bwas \u2064open \u200dto all students. The Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging created \u2064a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring that\u2064 participants\u200d felt comfortable expressing\u200d their thoughts and emotions. The gathering started with a\u2063 moment of silence to honor the impact of the situation. This reflective period allowed attendees to process the news \u200cand prepare mentally for the healing\u2062 process.<\/p>\n<p>After the silence, the\u2064 event transitioned \u200binto an open discussion facilitated by \u2063trained professionals. The purpose of this discussion was to encourage participants to share their experiences, concerns, and emotions related to Gay&#8217;s resignation. The facilitators provided guidance and support to ensure that the conversation remained respectful \u2064and constructive.<\/p>\n<p>The\u200b &#8220;Gathering to \u2063Breathe and Heal&#8221; event also incorporated\u200c various healing techniques \u200bto aid the emotional well-being of the participants. These techniques \u2062included mindfulness exercises, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/for-stronger-lungs-move-more-2\/\" title=\"For Stronger Lungs, Move More\">deep breathing exercises<\/a>, and guided meditation. These practices aimed to help \u200battendees find inner peace, reduce stress, and restore a sense of calmness amidst the turmoil caused by the resignation.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the event included small group\u200d breakout sessions. These sessions allowed \u200cattendees to \u2062engage in deeper conversations and connect with \u2064others \u2064who\u2063 shared similar emotions\u2064 and concerns. The small groups fostered a sense of community \u2062and solidarity, providing a space for individuals to offer and receive\u2063 support.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout \u2062the event, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/graphic-sexual-content-assigned-to-texas-students-dissenting-parents-harassed-with-anti-christiandks\/\" title=\"Graphic Sexual Content Assigned To Texas Students; Dissenting Parents Harassed With Anti-Christian\u2026\u2018D**ks\u2019\u00a0\">mental health professionals<\/a> were present to offer individual support to those \u200bwho needed it. These professionals provided counseling sessions, resources, and guidance to help attendees cope \u2063with their emotions and navigate\u2064 the healing process effectively. The presence of mental health professionals ensured that every participant felt heard, validated, and\u200c supported during this\u200b challenging time.<\/p>\n<p>The &#8220;Gathering\u200b to \u200cBreathe \u2062and Heal&#8221; event not only provided a safe space for\u200c students to process \u2064their emotions but also emphasized the importance\u200b of self-care and \u2063healing. By acknowledging the impact\u200b of Gay&#8217;s resignation and providing resources for support, the event reaffirmed the commitment \u200cto diversity, inclusion, and well-being at Harvard Divinity School.<\/p>\n<p>The event was \u200bmet with overwhelming positive feedback from attendees. Many expressed gratitude for the opportunity to engage in open and honest discussions, connect with \u2064supportive peers, and gain guidance from mental health professionals. The &#8220;Gathering to Breathe and Heal&#8221; event demonstrated the power of community, compassion, and\u200c self-care in times of adversity.<\/p>\n<p>Moving forward, the \u2064Office\u2064 of Diversity, Inclusion \u200dand Belonging at Harvard Divinity\u200b School plans \u200cto continue organizing events and initiatives that promote healing, understanding, and unity.\u2064 By \u2063fostering \u200ca sense of belonging and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-case-that-proves-compassion-for-criminals-means-cruelty-to-law-abiding-citizens\/\" title=\"The Case That Proves Compassion For Criminals Means Cruelty To Law Abiding Citizens\">prioritizing mental health support<\/a>, the school aims to create an\u2063 inclusive\u2064 and compassionate environment for all students.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, the &#8220;Gathering to Breathe and Heal&#8221; event hosted by the Harvard Divinity School&#8217;s Office of Diversity, Inclusion and\u200c Belonging provided \u200ba much-needed space\u2064 for students to process their emotions\u2064 regarding the resignation of former President Claudine Gay. Through open discussions, healing \u2062exercises, small group breakout\u2062 sessions, and the presence \u200cof <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-ag-doubles-down-on-secret-gender-identity-policy\/\" title=\"California AG reaffirms controversial gender identity policy\">mental health \u2062professionals<\/a>, the event supported\u2064 attendees in \u200ctheir journey towards healing and provided crucial resources for their\u2062 well-being. \u200dThe success of the event highlights the\u2064 importance of\u2062 community,\u2064 compassion, and self-care \u2064in navigating challenging moments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Harvard Divinity School&#8217;s Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging organized a &#8220;Gathering to Breathe and Heal&#8221; event. It aimed to support students in mourning the resignation of former President Claudine Gay. The event provided a safe space for discussing and processing her departure<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":597,"featured_media":2166049,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/dw-wp-production.imgix.net\/2023\/12\/GettyImages-1833200396-2-scaled-e1702760243267.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2166048","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/dw-wp-production.imgix.net\/2023\/12\/GettyImages-1833200396-2-scaled-e1702760243267.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2166048","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/597"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2166048"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2166048\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2166049"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2166048"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2166048"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2166048"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}