From adolescence to adulthood, friends are a crucial factor throughout our lives. As we are in community with each other, we not only learn valuable information about ourselves, but we also gain important perspectives about the world through our friendships. The New York Times’ recently published article “Where Have All of My Deep Male Friendships Gone?” poses the question of what is essential to the development of male friendships. The Coalitions for Men & Masculinities, Women’s Identities, and Sexuality & Gender Identities have partnered together to bring you a dynamic discussion and conversation around vulnerability, development of men’s friendship, and men’s socialization. Join us for a conversation facilitated by Dr. Cameron Beatty, Associate Professor and Associate Department Chair for Educational Leadership & Policy Studies at Florida State University, as we start with the exploration of men’s socialization, and then dive into rich dialogue around men’s friendship and vulnerability through an intersectional lens. This webinar is presented in partnership by ACPA's Coalition on Men & Masculinities (CMM), Coalition for Sexuality & Gender Identities (CSGI), and Coalition for Women's Identities (CWI).

Registration Fees:

Complimentary for ACPA Individual & Chapter Only Members

$10 for Non-Members Based in U.S.

$5 for International Non-Members

ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies:

Webinar participants will develop their professional competencies in the areas of: Personal and Ethical Foundations; Social Justice and Inclusion; Values, Philosophy, and History. For more information about the ACPA/NASPA Professional Competency Areas for Student Affairs Practitioners, visit our website.

Presenters: 

Dr. Cameron Beatty will be our facilitator. Dr. Beatty works at Florida State University. He is an associate professor and associate department chair for Educational Leadership & Policy Studies at Florida State University. He also is the associate director for the Leadership Learning Research Center as well.

Discussing Vulnerability: Looking at How Men are Socialized to Develop Friendships-Presented by CMM, CSGI & CWI

  • Thursday Nov 20 2025, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM