Seven years ago (January 29, 2013) I did a post titled: "What is as Chief Diversity Officer (CDO)?". I had been in my new post at Ryerson University for about five months as its inaugural, Assistant Vice President/Vice Provost of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). As such, my mandate was to provide leadership, advocacy, and coordination for the institution such that all … [Read more...]
ICYMI: January and February 2016 Archives of the Ryerson University Soup and Substance Series
In Case You Missed It (ICYMI): On Thursday, January 28th and Tuesday, February 23rd, the Ryerson University Soup and Substance Series held the following events: Freedom of Expression: Power, Privilege, and Perspective - Panelists explored perspectives on freedom of expression and how power and privilege influence who truly has access to this freedom. The discussion explored … [Read more...]
He, She or They: Gender Identity and Expression at Ryerson Soup and Substance Series
On Tuesday, November 17, 2015, the Division of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at Ryerson University will present He, She or They: Gender Identity and Expression at Ryerson through the Soup and Substanace Series, where panelists will discuss the use of pronouns, why it matters, and how you can be an ally. The Division of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) … [Read more...]
Truth and Reconciliation Commission 2015 Report: What Does It Mean For Ryerson? Soup and Substance Series
On Wednesday, October 7, 2015, the Division of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at Ryerson University presented the Truth and Reconciliation Commission 2015 Report: What Does It Mean For Ryerson? Soup and Substance Series Session, where panelists discussed the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) final report entitled, "Honouring the Truth, Reconciling for the … [Read more...]
BlackLivesMatter: Equity, Social Justice and Policing: Soup and Substance Series
Join us Tuesday, September 29th at noon for the #BlackLivesMatter: Equity, Social Justice and Policing Soup and Substance Series Session at the Podium (POD) Room 250. In this session, panelists will discuss Black Lives Matter TO (Toronto), police accountability, and the significance of this movement for our community. The Division of Equity, Diversity and … [Read more...]