Diversity at Darden

100% All In!

I remember the day when the email landed in my inbox – an invitation to take part in the USC Equity Institute with members of the nursing school and Associate Deans for Diversity & Inclusion from across UVA. This was no small commitment. There were class sessions and small group meetings…

By huberw- January 17, 2019

General

UVA TO WELCOME BROADWAY, FILM, TELEVISION AND MUSIC STAR LESLIE ODOM JR.

This story was originally published by UVA Today.By John Kelly, john@johnkellypr.comTony Award winner Leslie Odom Jr., who originated the role of Aaron Burr in the Broadway megahit “Hamilton,” is coming to the University of Virginia’s John Paul Jones Arena at 3 p.m. on Jan…

By huberw- January 4, 2019

Diversity at Darden, inclusion

More Than What Meets The Eye

Traveling allows me to do one of my favorite things – people watch. Airports are amazing places to people watch, better than a mall, better than an amusement park. As I sit at my gate I watch the parade of people move by. I wonder about where they are going and…

By huberw- January 2, 2019

Diversity

Black Twitter 101: What Is It? Where Did It Originate? Where Is It Headed?

This story was originally published by UVA Today.By Whitelaw ReidMeredith Clark was scrolling through her Twitter feed recently when she came across a tweet that made her think back to her childhood in Lexington, Kentucky, and smile.The tweet linked to a video of an African-American woman…

By Martin Davidson- November 30, 2018

Diversity, inclusion

New Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for a New Era at UVA

Amid many leadership changes happening at the University of Virginia, another one is coming. Dr. Marcus Martin is retiring, which will leave open the pivotal role of vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion at the University. UVA President Jim Ryan, who was inaugurated as president in October, has created…

By gallegost- November 19, 2018

Activism, Democracy, Diversity, General, Social Justice, Solidarity

Dean Beardsley’s Statement on the Events in Charlottesville on August 12

Dear Darden Faculty, Staff and Students:The terrible events of the past 24 hours in Charlottesville have shaken us all, and are shocking in this place that we know, love and work to build as members of this incredible community. I am appalled, saddened and sickened by the racism, hatred…

By Martin Davidson- August 13, 2017

General

UVA Reflection Conversation Schedule, August 12, 2017

On Saturday, Aug. 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the University is offering a day of events displaying its commitment to mutual respect and inclusion. Faculty and staff will facilitate discussions on constitutional rights and citizenship; community dynamics and polarization; local history; and other related topics, all…

By Martin Davidson- August 10, 2017

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Understanding the Context for the Unite the Right Rally: A Summary

Earlier in 2017, Charlottesville City Council voted unanimously to rename Lee and Jackson parks in downtown Charlottesville to Emancipation and Justice parks, respectively. The vote came following a previous decision to remove statues of Confederate Civil War generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson.Many communities are debating…

By Martin Davidson- August 9, 2017

General

Recap of the July 10 Community Conversation

Dear Darden Faculty, Staff and Students:On Monday, July 10, the Darden community in Charlottesville convened to discuss the experience and impact of the July 8 rally in Charlottesville by the Klu Klux Klan (KKK). As many of you know, the event transpired fairly peacefully with 50 KKK members rallying…

By Martin Davidson- August 7, 2017