As part of our larger commitment to education, we honor the legacy of the iconic civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through free, informative events for the LCC and broader community. These gatherings will be a celebration of Dr. King's profound contributions to the fight for equality, and will provide an opportunity for our community to come together in reflection as we actively engage in conversations that promote justice and harmony. Please join us in honoring Dr. King by attending our special lectures that are for our historically marginalized communities as well as their allies.
This year, we are thrilled to host Trymaine Gaither, Special Assistant to the Provost for Inclusive Excellence and faculty member at Washington State University.
“Mind Force: Community Engaged Mindfulness” - Student Talk & Free Lunch (for LCC students only)
- Wednesday, January 29th
- 12:00-1:30 p.m.
- Renaissance Room, Center Building
- Register by January 22nd, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
Tymaine will explain how Dr. King, Jr. used mindfulness and non-violence as tools to challenge power.
“Mindfulness and Psychological Safety” - Community Talk (Free and Open to All)
- Wednesday, January 29th
- 5:30-7:00 p.m.
- Building 10, Room 103 (Auditorium)
Trymaine will present ways to understand the key elements of mindfulness and leave the audience with strategies on how to continue enhancing their psychological safety.
About Trymaine Gaither
Trymaine Gaither is the Special Assistant to the Provost for Inclusive Excellence at Washington State University and the founder of Heart Centered Consulting. He specializes in training leaders and organizations in mindfulness-based strategies to enhance psychological safety, emotional intelligence, and belonging. With a focus on cultivating inclusive environments, Trymaine integrates mindfulness practices and self-compassionate leadership into his work.He is also a faculty affiliate at the Center for Mindfulness at Brown University.
He has facilitated mindfulness retreats and leadership trainings both nationally and internationally, helping individuals and teams develop resilience and create supportive, psychologically safe spaces. Trymaine holds a professional certification from the International Mindfulness Teachers Association and has completed extensive training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Mindful Self-Compassion at the Center for Mindfulness at Brown University and the University of California San Diego.
In his current role as an elected City Council Member on the Pullman City Council, he integrates mindfulness and community development principles into policy-making and community engagement efforts, aiming to create a more compassionate and psychologically safe community for all.