Author: EHE_DICE@osu.edu

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Position Statement

Dear Colleagues,

Without question, there remains an urgent need for institutions of higher education in the United States to take a proactive stance with regard to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This country and its many institutions have a devastating history with respect to racial oppression, religious persecution, discrimination, and systemic violence. Thus, schools and colleges of education, in particular, must take a critical, public stance against racism and in support of equitable, inclusive, anti-racist educational practices and spaces.

I invite you to read, “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A Position Statement for Colleges of Education,” share it with your networks, and visit our Facebook page (EHE Office of Diversity, Inclusion & Community Engagement: OSU) to post specific action schools/colleges of education must take to truly engage in this important work. Read the statement and use this link to add your name, organization, and email to show support for it.

All my best,
Valerie
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Valerie Kinloch, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement
Professor, Literacy Studies
The Ohio State University
College of Education and Human Ecology
http://ehe.osu.edu/diversity

OSU Human Resources Featured EHE ODI

Ohio State Faculty and Staff Celebrate Diversity through Art

Faculty and staff showcased their artistic talents on Friday, April 22, for more than 50 Ohio State faculty, staff, students and Columbus community members who gathered to celebrate diversity and advocate for social justice through artistic expression.

Hosted on the Columbus campus by the College of Education and Human Ecology’s (EHE) Office of Diversity and Inclusion, the 2nd Annual “An Evening of Music, Poetry, Spoken Word and Art” celebrated National Poetry Month.

The event featured the following Ohio State faculty and staff who shared their creative contributions:

  • Elaine Richardson, professor, who sang an original song
  • Ryann Randall, assistant to the director of the EHE Office of Diversity and Inclusion, who contributed an original painting
  • Timothy San Pedro, assistant professor, who performed an original spoken word piece

    • “We believe this event creates a forum for people to artistically express their ideas and viewpoints, share their feelings and engage in conversations,” said Dr. Valerie Kinloch, director of the EHE Office of Diversity and Inclusion and professor and associate chair of the Department of Teaching and Learning.

    The EHE Office of Diversity and Inclusion develops, promotes and supports dynamic programming to encourage critical thinking about diversity, equity and inclusion—key areas of President Drake’s 2020 Vision for Ohio State.

    2016/05/19 – Ohio State Faculty and Staff Celebrate Diversity through Art

    Faculty and staff showcase their music talents

    Photo credit: William Ashley

    Faculty and staff art pieces

    Photo credit: William Ashley

    Faculty and staff art pieces

    Photo credit: William Ashley

    An Evening of Music, Poetry, Spoken Word & Art

    To celebrate National Poetry Month, the EHE Office of Diversity and Inclusion invite the College, University, and local Community to enjoy live performances of music, poetry, and spoken word, and to experience an amazing art exhibit.

    On Friday, April 22, 2016, from 6-8PM in Saxbe Auditorium (located in the Moritz College of Law, Drinko Hall), faculty, staff, students, and community groups can listen to performances and/or share their own creative expressions on the stage. Join us to reflect on the importance of creative expressions in our lives and in work.

    Interested in performing? Please register at: https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_bK1ydhmSbezH9qt