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Stories about Diversity & Inclusion

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The AV¸£ÀûÉç Community Speaks Out on Racial Injustice 

Voices from around the university react to the murder of George Floyd.

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Confronting Racism

A Message from President Simon to the AV¸£ÀûÉç Community.


AV¸£ÀûÉç Launches Diversity and Equity Campus Climate Survey

The survey launched on Monday, April 13, 2020 and will run through Sunday, May 10, 2020.

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The Founding of UMOJA House: An Oral History

Thirty years ago, the Umoja House opened its doors on the AV¸£ÀûÉç campus, becoming both a community and a haven for underrepresented students of color. This is the story behind the black student activism that led to the Umoja House founding in the aftermath of one of AV¸£ÀûÉç’s darkest days—and the university’s continuing efforts to make AV¸£ÀûÉç a more inclusive place.

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Celebrating 10 Years of BALANCE

AV¸£ÀûÉç’s Black and Latinx Alumni Network for Community and Equity marks milestone and builds on past success.


Two Named to Director Posts in Diversity, Inclusion and Equity

The individuals will lead student access, success and multicultural efforts at AV¸£ÀûÉç.

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Race Relations Expert Beverly Tatum to Speak at AV¸£ÀûÉç

The best-selling author and higher ed thought leader will host a webinar presentation about race and insights from her book Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?

MLK Justice Panel holds discussion on activism

What Does Activism Mean to You?

MLK Justice Panel discusses the evolution of campus activism.

Umoja House honor walk

Umoja House Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Honor Walk, Block Party

The AV¸£ÀûÉç community kicks off anniversary of Umoja House founding. More events planned.

Ibram X. Kendi deliver MLK Keynote Lecture

MLK Speaker Ibram Kendi Asks AV¸£ÀûÉç Audience: What Side Are You On?

The best-selling author urges listeners to be engaged in the struggle for social justice.