In recent months and years, we have experienced significant changes that have resulted in an increase in divisiveness in US society and beyond. Debates on contentious topics can quickly become heated and lead to missed opportunities for productive and understanding dialogue. It is clear there is a need for members of the UConn community to come together and discuss pathways to productive civil discourse. UConn is a community which respects all members and strives towards inclusivity and understanding. However, if members of our community do not have the tools to engage in productive discourse and dialogue together, we cannot truly foster an environment of equity, inclusion, and understanding.