My spouse and I were married in 1988. We had our first child in ’89 and second in ’94. He has been a great dad to our two children. He practically raised them both. While I was getting my Ph.D., he was making sure they were well cared for. I had no need to worry. For a short time, several of my peers didn’t even know I had kids because we were able to keep that aspect of … [Read more...] about A Father’s Day Message to the Rock of My Family
100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women GALA Event and Book Launch
When I arrived in Canada to start my new post at Ryerson University, I was very excited and looked forward to working in one of the most diversity cities in the world. Ryerson was willing to take the risk and hire an African American women from the Midwest to lead the country’s first Equity, Diversity and Inclusion division as the Assistant Vice President/Vice … [Read more...] about 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women GALA Event and Book Launch
2016 Pioneers for Change Award Winners Announced
(From CNW, A PR Newswire Company; some links and styling added by The Institutional Diversity Blog) TORONTO, May 11, 2016 /CNW/ - Skills for Change is proud to announce the recipients of 2016 Pioneers for Change. Now in its 24th year, Pioneers for Change Awards support the vision of a diverse and inclusive Canada. At Skills for Change, we champion leadership and innovation … [Read more...] about 2016 Pioneers for Change Award Winners Announced
Thank You to The Institutional Diversity Blog Community
In this video post, I share a message of Thanks to The Institutional Diversity Blog Community. In the years I've been running this blog, I've learned some valuable lessons: Post Content Consistently: When I first began, I was able to post on a weekly basis, and that helped me build up a dedicated following of return visitors who eventually became part of … [Read more...] about Thank You to The Institutional Diversity Blog Community
Ryerson University’s Soup and Substance Series: Winter 2016
The Division of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at Ryerson University presents the Soup & Substance Series, a series of noon hour moderated panel discussions held at Podium (POD) 250 (unless otherwise noted). While enjoying a warm bowl of soup and refreshments, participants will engage panelists in an open conversation on a range of diversity related … [Read more...] about Ryerson University’s Soup and Substance Series: Winter 2016