Diversity conference to feature Cornell, business experts

The 14th Annual Cornell University Diversity Update Conference Program will be held Nov. 12, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., at the Statler Hotel and Conference Center.

Welcoming remarks will be given by Laura Brown, vice provost for undergraduate education, followed by a panel discussion, "The Journey Toward New Destinations," by Cornell's university diversity officers: Renee Alexander, associate dean of students and director of intercultural programs; Lynette Chappell-Williams, associate vice president for inclusion and workforce diversity; Yael Levitte, associate vice provost for faculty development and diversity; A.T. Miller, associate vice provost for academic diversity initiatives; and Sheri Notaro, associate dean for inclusion and professional development.

Concurrent sessions by Cornell and visiting speakers will focus on such varied topics as supplier diversity, micro-inequities, diversity champions, implementing diversity strategies, workforce composition, networks, mentoring, campus engagement, individual/community achievement and overall inclusion. The closing address will be given by Sonel Shropshire, president of the Academic Network Inc., "Preserving Diversity Through Addressing Unconscious Bias."

For information and to register, contact Cassandre Pierre Joseph, cpj25@cornell.edu, 607-255-6783. This program is offered at no cost to Cornell faculty and staff and is sponsored by the Department of Inclusion and Workforce Diversity, Recruitment and Employment Center, and the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium.

 

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