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How Hospitality Industry Should Address Discrimination

June 30, 2020 sarah Jonas Best Practices, Business, Discrimination, Diversity, Ethnicity, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Minorities, Prejudice, Race, Race And Ethnicity, Racism, restaurant industry

After the worldwide protests that erupted over the killing of George Floyd, it is hard for me to imagine any person, company, or institution, continuing to discount the role that racism plays in our society. People all over are demanding an end to racial discrimination that is embedded in our social systems. In hospitality, emerging research has shined light on the perception of discrimination among industry workers, but personally, it comes as no surprise to me.

Research Results

Showing pro-diversity feelings are the norm makes individuals more tolerant

June 29, 2020 sarah Jonas Diversity, Psychology

Showing people how their peers feel about diversity in their community can make their actions more inclusive, make members of marginalized groups feel more like they belong, and even help close racial achievement gaps in education, according to a new study. Drawing on strategies that have worked in anti-smoking, safe-sex and energy-saving campaigns, University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers decided to try to change behavior by showing people that positive feelings about diversity are the norm.

Announcement

UIC joins network dedicated to preparing future STEM faculty

June 16, 2020 sarah Jonas Diversity, Graduate Students, Higher Education, stem, Teaching

The University of Illinois at Chicago has been named one of six new members of the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning, or CIRTL, an academic network of top research universities devoted to developing and expanding proven STEM teaching practices to educate diverse populations of students.

Feature Expert

The Medical Minute: Talking to children about racism and diversity

June 10, 2020 sarah Jonas Diversity, Racism

No matter a child’s age, the right time for parents to talk about the dangers of racism—and the benefits of diversity—is now.

Research Results

Passing crucial, challenging introductory chemistry course gives biggest boost to underrepresented students

June 10, 2020 sarah Jonas Chemistry, College Education, Diversity, Diversity in STEM, stem, STEM and diversity, Stem Education, Undergraduate Education

Underrepresented students in STEM received lower grades in a general chemistry series compared to their peers and were less likely to continue. But if underrepresented students completed the first course with at least the minimum grade needed to continue, they were more likely than their peers to do so.

Announcement

Cincinnati Children’s Names Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations

June 4, 2020 sarah Jonas Diversity, Immigration, immigration and employment, Inclusion, Puerto Rico

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center today named Visael “Bobby” Rodriguez as its vice president of diversity, inclusion and community relations.

Expert Pitch

The ‘old world is gone.’ Protests express a vision of the society people want after COVID-19, UB expert says

June 3, 2020 sarah Jonas COVID-19, Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, George Floyd, Race, Racial justice, Racism

Feature

60 YEARS OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE: FILLED WITH PRIDE

June 1, 2020 sarah Jonas Community, Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, LGBTQIA

As the most diverse university in the United States, the CSU is deeply committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all students, faculty and staff. Our focus on diversity and inclusion is a year-round effort, but each June we join the LGBTQIA members of our community in observance of Pride Month, a time to acknowledge the ongoing struggle for equality and celebrate the triumphs won.

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RACISM AND XENOPHOBIA IN THE AGE OF COVID-19

May 14, 2020 sarah Jonas COVID-19, Diversity, Education, Racism, Xenophobia

RACISM AND XENOPHOBIA IN THE AGE OF COVID-19. CSU faculty members share tips on how to be part of the solution.

Announcement

Anneliese A. Singh named Tulane University’s first chief diversity officer

April 23, 2020 sarah Jonas Diversity, diversity in academia, Tulane University

Anneliese A. Singh, a professor and Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the College of Education at the University of Georgia, has accepted the appointment as Tulane’s first Associate Provost for Diversity and Faculty Development, effective July 20.

Feature

Amanda Early, Fermilab education program leader, selected STEP UP ambassador

April 8, 2020 sarah Jonas Diversity, Education, Outreach, stem

Amanda Early is one of 79 physics educators selected to be a STEP UP Program ambassador. STEP UP ambassadors are high school physics teachers that train others on how to effectively reduce barriers for women in physics. The program mobilizes thousands of teachers to help engage young women in physics and inspire them to pursue physics in college.

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