Educators in Eau Claire, Madison, and across the state recognized for work to support student success Monday, February 1, 2021 MADISON, Wis. The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor the recipients of the 13
th annual Regents’ Diversity Awards on February 5 in Madison at the next Regents meeting. These awards recognize individuals and programs that foster access and success for students who are members of historically underrepresented populations. Each recipient is awarded $7,500 to support professional development or continue the program being honored. “From an impressive pool of nominees, we selected three outstanding awardees for increasing opportunity and making a lasting impact on their UW campus communities,” said Regent Olivia Woodmansee, who chaired the special Regents’ committee to determine the recipients. “We are proud to recognize their exceptional dedication to expanding partnerships that support student success
UTA recognizes Black History Month with full schedule of presentations and programs
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This week, The University of Texas at Arlington marks the beginning of Black History Month in celebration and recognition of the contributions of African Americans to society and history.
“Black History Month offers us the chance to pause, reflect and honor the past, present and future of Black people,” said Relius Johnson, assistant director for the Office of Multicultural Affairs. “Black History Month at UT Arlington is a way of celebrating the culture, achievements and legacy of Black people.”
The University’s slate of events includes a mix of virtual presentations and in-person programming, including:
On Friday, our campus - the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - hosts virtual festivities for its MLK Day 2021, featuring a poet and also the niece of
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Valeria J. Martinez has been named the assistant dean for diversity, equity and inclusion within Carnegie Mellon University’s College of Fine Arts (CFA). CFA Dean Dan Martin announced the appointment of Martinez to the new position in a message to the CFA community earlier today.
“Appointing Valeria to this role is a critical step in reinforcing our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the College of Fine Arts,” Martin said. “Most of our schools and programs already have implemented processes and actions that positively affect our students, faculty and staff. Valeria will help us to continue to assure that CFA continues to become a more diverse, truly inclusive, and equitable environment for all.”