On Monday, August 12, 2013, a federal judge ruled that the infamous Stop and Frisk policy of the New York Police Department violated the constitutional rights of Black and Hispanic New Yorkers. While this is a victory in that the ruling acknowledges the humanity and constitutional rights of minorities, I wish these tactics were discontinued altogether. Ultimately, … [Read more...] about NYPD Stop and Frisk Policy Violates Constitutional Rights of Blacks and Hispanics
Advancing Diversity in Higher Education: A Game of Strategy, Challenges and Patience
For the past several months, I have posted three blogs that address questions related to diversity in higher education (See Question 1, Question 2, and Question 3). They grew out of my participation as a panelist, along with Andrew Adams, III, JD and Damon A. Williams, PhD, for an event celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives … [Read more...] about Advancing Diversity in Higher Education: A Game of Strategy, Challenges and Patience
SCOTUS DOMA Decision Connected to Toronto PRIDE
On Ryerson’s campus, Monday, June 24, was the beginning of PRIDE week. Since the beginning of the week, many in the city of Toronto have been celebrating PRIDE with a host of activities. Today, Sunday, June 30, the week concludes with a PRIDE parade along Yonge Street. While walking south on Yonge Street yesterday, the atmosphere felt electric with great … [Read more...] about SCOTUS DOMA Decision Connected to Toronto PRIDE
The Role of Education in Shaping Diversity in One’s Professional Life
On April 16, 2013, I was one of several panelists, along with Andrew Adams, III, JD and Damon A. Williams, PhD, for an event celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives (OAMI) at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. The theme was “Reflections on Diversity and Excellence – OAMI Through the Years”. The … [Read more...] about The Role of Education in Shaping Diversity in One’s Professional Life
Fostering Student Success – Best Practices & Institutional Interventions
On April 16, 2013, I was one of three panelists, along with Andrew Adams, III, JD and Damon A. Williams, PhD, for an event celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives (OAMI) at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where the theme was “Reflections on Diversity and Excellence – OAMI Through the Years”. The … [Read more...] about Fostering Student Success – Best Practices & Institutional Interventions