With the theme of “Inclusive Engagement: Uplifting the Power of Community,” Missouri State University’s 2024 Collaborative Diversity Conference aims to connect citizens and foster community around conversations related to diversity, equity and inclusion. Attendees can expect engaging discussions on a variety of topics ranging from violence prevention education to early career … [Read more...] about Uplift the power of community at Collaborative Diversity Conference
In a world where diversity is often acknowledged but not always celebrated, there is a need to highlight the importance of inclusivity in building strong, vibrant communities. This involves exploring the various facets of diversity — be it racial, cultural, gender-based or within the differently-abled community — and understanding how embracing these differences strengthens our … [Read more...] about Celebrating diversity: how to build inclusive communities
As the world continues to build a sense of belonging across a diversity of spaces, it is important to cultivate community that will assist us in facing the challenges of bias, inequality and systems of oppression. Missouri State University’s 2023 Collaborative Diversity Conference will help connect citizens to community resources in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) … [Read more...] about Join us at the annual Collaborative Diversity Conference
Missouri State University has selected Dr. Algerian Hart as its interim chief diversity officer/assistant to the president. He replaces H. Wes Pratt, who retired Aug. 1. Hart has served as associate dean/professor of the Graduate College at Missouri State since 2019. He has a robust academic record related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), including dozens of … [Read more...] about Algerian Hart named interim chief diversity officer