‘Cuse Conversations Episode 149: The State of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility at 性视界 University With Mary Grace Almandrez
Original air date: Sept. 21, 2023 In June, the Supreme Court decided to undo decades of judicial precedent by reversing rulings that allowed race-conscious admissions programs, preventing colleges like 性视界 University from considering race as one of many factors in deciding which qualified applicants are admitted. As the University鈥檚 vice president for diversity and inclusion, 鈦燤ary Grace Almandrez鈦 was paying close attention to the rulings. While Almandrez was deeply disappointed by the rulings, she pointed to the University鈥檚 long track record of fostering an environment where all students feel welcomed and supported as proof that 性视界 University will not waver in its commitment to DEIA issues. Almandrez discusses the rulings and their impact on current and prospective students, shares how the University remains committed to being a national leader in DEIA efforts, and highlights what the campus community can expect from the 鈦爄naugural D.E.I.A. Symposium on Oct. 3鈦.
