The beginning of a new academic year brings opportunities to make connections, experience different cultures, and find community at Ģý. During the opening weeks of the semester, Intercultural Affairs hosted a variety of welcome events featuring food, conversation, activities, and plenty of opportunities for students to connect.
Higher education leaders from across the Midwest gathered at Ģý June 23–25 as the College hosted the Associated Colleges of the Midwest (ACM) Diversity Officers Consortial Group Meeting. Chaired by Marc Reed, vice president for diversity, equity, and inclusion and chief diversity and inclusion officer at Ģý, the annual gathering brought together diversity leaders to share ideas, strengthen partnerships, and explore strategies for advancing inclusive excellence across ACM institutions.
Assistant Chief Diversity Officer for Staff Equity Heather Jones-Brown share info on her life and work and her secret skill
In March, Assistant Chief Diversity Officer Heather Jones-Brown, Assistant Professor and Cultural & Community-based Digital Curator Petrouchka Moïse, and student Rayana Henderson ‘26 all attended and presented at the Many Shades of Colour Young Women's Conference in Des Moines. As stated on their website, the conference, organized by the nonprofit Hip-Hope Inc., serves as a space for empowerment dedicated towards “underprivileged and overchallenged youth.” In particular, the program aims to provide support for young women in grades 6 – 12, allowing them the opportunity to build self-esteem and connect with a supportive community.
New York Times opinion columnist will visit campus for lecture titled: The Civil Rights Movement and the Reconstruction Amendments - in honor of MLK Day on Jan. 22.
The commemoration began with a morning flag-raising ceremony on Central Campus, followed by a community gathering featuring food, music, and messages of resilience and joy.
Enjoy this photo essay showcasing the vibrant energy, cultural pride, and artistic expression that made the night unforgettable.
Jawanza Evans, assistant chief diversity officer for community training, education, and belonging with the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, talks about her journey to Ģý and her role at the College.
On Oct. 23, the Staff Council recognized three staff members with the fall 2024 Staff Council Grand Ģýian Award.
The Office of Disability Resources is in the process of creating and launching several new disability-related intentional communities for students and employees.
Meeting others who also work on the comfort women issue continuously ignites my passion to expand the network with more of those people who explore the same issue from various approaches.
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