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Edition: February 2020
OVPDEMA News
IU Diversity Career and Internship Fair and Bootcamp an Overwhelming Success
IU’
s second annual Diversity Career and Internship Fair boasted 1,
746 attendees who eagerly connected with the 75 companies and 175 employee recruiters—
representing both corporate and not-for-profit sectors—
that were
in attendance. In addition,
the pre-fair bootcamp 300+attendees learned about tools and tips on what to expect from a fair,
how to research the employers that were in attendance,
and how to interact and follow-up with employers and representatives. We had the opportunity to talk with the collaborating partners who hosted the event to learn more.
Hudson and Holland Scholars Program Welcomes New Faculty Chair
Indiana University is pleased to announce the appointment of Denvil Duncan,
Ph.D.,
to faculty chair of the Hudson &
Holland Scholars Program (HHSP) within the Office of the Vice President for Diversity,
Equity,
and Multicultural
Affairs (OVPDEMA). Duncan will assume the position through the end of academic year 2023.
As faculty chair,
Duncan will focus on developing and implementing a three- to five-year strategic vision for the Hudson &
Holland Scholars Program. Specifically,
he will lead the long-range development of the effort’
s future goals,
working in concert with the core priorities of OVPDEMA to advance access,
retention,
and timely degree completion.
Region VI Champion of Diversity and Inclusion Award
This past October,
Ochmaa Escue—
director of the OVPDEMA Overseas Studies &
Scholarship Program (OSSP)—
was awarded the inaugural NAFSA Region VI Champion of Diversity and Inclusion in International
Education award. The award,
presented by the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to international education and exchange,
NAFSA: Association of International Educators,
is given to an individual who works to “
enhance greater access,
to cultivate broader perspectives,
and to celebrate the diversity of the international education community.”
The African American Dance Company presents its 22nd Annual Dance Workshop on Friday,
March 6,
and Saturday,
March 7,
2020. Through classes with master dance artists from around the country,
panel discussions,
and performances,
experience the world of Black dance here in Indiana ! The dance workshop exposes participants to dance from the perspectives of African American culture and the broader African Diaspora through master classes,
discussions,
and enlightening dialogue. No previous dance experience is required to participate—
all movers 12 years+are welcome ! Participants who register by February 28,
2020,
receive $5 off their dance workshop fee.
Scholarships are available for high school students (grades 9-12) to attend the African American Dance Company's 22nd Annual Dance Workshop. Student scholarships fund the full registration for the dance workshop, held March 6 and 7, 2020, at Indiana University Bloomington. Deadline to apply is February 14, 2020. If you have questions, please email
aadcdw@iu.edu.
Scholarships Available for the 2020-2021 Academic Year
The Office of the Vice President for Diversity,
Equity,
and Inclusion is accepting applications for the 2020-2021 academic year. Below is a list of scholarships that you may apply for on or before March 10,
2020.
Bruce Shuck Family Native American Scholarship
Carrie Parker Taylor Scholarship
Charlie and Jeanetta Nelms Bloomington Campus Scholarship
Hannah Wilson Memorial Service Scholarship
James Fielding LGBTQ+Student Advocacy & Leadership Scholarship
Johnson Underrepresented Student Scholarship
Judy and Inez Reece Scholarship for LGBTQ+Wellness
Wilma A. and Charles E. Harry,
IV Family Scholarship
Students Attend International Association of Blacks in Dance Conference in Philadelphia
Students in IU’s African American Dance Company (AADC) attended the 32nd annual International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD) conference from January 17–19,
2020,
in Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania,
with AADC Director Stafford C. Berry Jr.,
thanks to support from the Office of the Vice President for Diversity,
Equity,
and Inclusion and the African American Arts Institute. The seven students met dance professionals from around the world,
auditioned for intensives and positions with leading dance companies,
participated in classes and panel discussions,
and attended performances by renowned Black dance companies—
including the five founding companies of IABD: Philadanco,
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble,
Dallas Black Dance Theatre,
Dayton Contemporary Dance Company,
and Lula Washington Dance Theatre.
The weather outside may be chilly,
but it’s never too early to start making summer plans for the pre-college students in your life. In this edition,
we share tips,
resources,
and important deadlines to help you find the right fit for summer fun and learning through IU !
IU Celebrates Black History Month With Special Events and Programming
Throughout February,
Indiana University's campuses will mark Black History Month with events, speakers, and programming that recognize African American achievements and
celebrate Black history,
culture,
art and leadership.
A celebration that grew out of initiatives at college campuses,
Black History Month officially became a nationwide recognition in 1976. Ever since,
IU has taken time in February to honor the achievements of African Americans and examine the historical and contemporary dimensions of the Black experience.
IU Southeast to Host 21st Annual Indiana Latinx Leadership Conference
Indiana University Southeast is pleased to announce that it will serve as a first-time host institution for this year’
s Indiana Latinx
Leadership Conference (formerly called the Indiana Latino Leadership Conference) on Saturday,
February 29,
2020. The new name reflects the 2020 gathering’s emphasis on greater diversity and inclusiveness.
The conference itself provides a venue to celebrate the uniqueness of Latinx students in a forum created by and for students. Student-led workshops will cover a gamut of topics,
from college readiness and the application process to financial literacy and leadership skills. Additional information on the 21st Annual Indiana Latinx Leadership Conference,
including speakers and topics,
can be found here.
Register by February 21,
2020
Honoring Diversity
The Civil Rights Heritage Center (CRHC) represents a vibrant part of IU South Bend’
s commitment to providing students,
faculty,
staff,
and others with experiences highlighting diversity and equity. The center itself has a
unique history. Born from the efforts of Indiana University South Bend students and professors,
the Civil Rights Heritage Center serves as a forum to introduce historical perspectives associated with the civil rights movement. Throughout the year,
the CHRC hosts approximately 100 educational,
arts,
civic,
and other community-orientated events. As in previous years,
the goal is to develop partnerships with groups and community-minded individuals in creating public programming that advances the cause of civil and human rights in the community and throughout the nation.
Black &
BOLD,
an organization that works to provide a positive space for growth,
self-exploration,
support,
and safety for IU students who identify as being both of Black and/or African Diaspora descent and as part of the LGBTQ+community,
has filled a
significant gap on the IU Bloomington campus. Jen Berry,
the lead academic advisor to the OVPDEMA 21st Century Scholars Program and founder and faculty advisor to the club,
sat down with us to talk about Black &
Bold’
s evolution and vision for the future.
11th,
18th,
26th:IU Northwest
|Black History Month Film Series
|3 p.m.
|Hawthorn Hall
Thru 16th:IU Indianapolis
|Climates of Inequality: Stories of Environmental Justice
|9-Noon
|Indianapolis Public Library
18th:
|IU East
|Speaker: Yemi Mahoney “
State of African-American students in Higher Education”
|3-4 p.m.
|TBD
19th:IU Kokomo
|Black History Lunch and Learn with Professor Rosalyn Davis
|11 a.m.
|Kelley Student Center
22nd: IU Bloomington
|6th Annual Indiana Asian American Conference
|9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
|Hodge Hall &
Hamilton Lugar Schoolar
|
Learn more
20th:IU Bloomington
|IU Soul Revue at USI
|6 p.m.
|Multicultural Center,
Carter
Hall D
29th:IU Northwest
|Lift Every Voice: Celebrating the African American Spirit,
special guest along with the IU South Bend Symphonic Choir
|7 p.m.
|Louise E. Addicott &
Yatish J. Joshi Performance Hall
29th:IU Southeast
|21st Annual Indiana Latinx Leadership conference
|8-4:30 p.m.
|Paul W. Ogle Cultural &
Community Center
March Events
6-7th:IU Bloomington
|22
nd Annual African American Dance Company Workshop
|Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center.
Register today
11th:IU Indianapolis
|31st Annual Joseph T. Taylor Symposium
|8 - 2 p.m.
|Campus Center
15th:IU Bloomington I IU Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center (NMBCC) and the IUAA Washington DC Chapter for a day at the National Museum of African American History and Culture followed by a networking and fellowship lunch
|9:45 a.m. - 3 p.m.
|Contact Eric Hafner at
ehafner@iu.eduor 812-855-2975
23-24th:IU Northwest
|LGBTQ Health Care Conference 2020
|8 - 5 p.m.
|Campus Center
25th|IU Kokomo
|Tres Vidas (Women’ s History Month) 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
|Kresge Auditorium
27th|IU Bloomington
|Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Opening Reception
|4:30 - 6 p.m.
|IMU,
University Club,
Presidents Room
28th|IU Indianapolis
|13th Annual Cé
sar Chá
vez Celebration Dinner
|Doors open 5:30 p.m.
|Indiana Convention Center,
Sagamore Ballroom
Save the Date
April 3rd:IU South Bend
|The 21st Annual Midwest SoTL Conference,
“
With Equity in Mind: Developing a Motivational Syllabus,
”
with Christine Harrington,
Ph.D.
|8 - 4 p.m.
|Education &
Arts Building
April 4th:IU Bloomington
|9th Annual Traditional Powwwow
|10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
|Dunn Meadow
April 9th:IU Bloomington
|Social Justice in America Series,
"
Defending Democracy: Confronting Over Suppression and White Supremacy in the New Millennium”
|6 p.m.
|IMU,
Alumni Hall/Solarium
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