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...]
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...]
Envisioning a Successful Learning Environment for ALL Students
On April 16, 2013, I was one of three panelists 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”, and the panelists were asked to answer 4 questions that touched on that … [Read more...]
Women and Leadership – Doing it Her Way
March is Women’s History Month, and it is a designated time to reflect on the accomplishments of women as leaders, and how much farther we have to go. On Ryerson University’s campus we celebrated Viola Desmond Day and International Women’s Day. Both celebrations underscored how women leaders are essential to advancing the status of women in North America. Julia … [Read more...]
Accommodation and Accessibility in the Classroom: Soup and Substance Series
Join us Tuesday, March 5th at noon for the Accommodation and Accessibility in the Classroom Soup and Substance Series at Ryerson University. We'll be discussing Hidden Barriers and Beyond, exploring the personal perspectives of students, faculty and staff address issues, barriers and solutions related to the experience of non-visible disabilities in the … [Read more...]