Success flows to students in STEM Scholars
Program supports first-generation, low-income and underserved students as they navigate STEM academics and build successful careers.
Category: Diversity
LAS mathematics program receives INSIGHT Into Diversity Magazine’s 2021 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award
Bridge the Gap program recognized for innovation in diversity and inclusion.
LAS CYstarters: Bringing a dream into focus
CYstarter Jo Allen (’21 journalism) creates safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community members to be photographed as their authentic selves.
Rutenberg appointed to equity advisor role
Amy Rutenberg will provide training, consultation and other support to foster equity and inclusion.
Arnold Woods named director of multicultural student success in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Student-focused role advances the college’s commitment
to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion.
Monic Behnken named first LAS associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion
Behnken, associate professor of sociology and director of the Leadership Studies Program at Iowa State University, will begin her appointment on July 1, 2021.
Lawrence to deliver lecture on horror thriller “Get Out” and history of misrepresentation of Black lives in film
Novotny Lawrence was selected to deliver the distinguished LAS 2020 Fall Dean’s Lecture.
Changing the face of leadership
New equitable leadership course trains future leaders to seek out and address inequities.
Message from the dean: Black Lives Matter
Dean Beate Schmittmann issued a message to faculty and staff underscoring the college’s intolerance of racism and hate.