Inclusive Excellence

Leaving behind a legacy of progress, Dyonne Bergeron, acting vice provost and associate vice chancellor for diversity, equity and inclusion, is stepping away from her role at CU Boulder. The move will be effective Aug. 31.

In this month's issue, read about updates to the Campus Culture Survey dashboards, the state’s second annual Equity Day of Dialogue in August and more.

Each year, the College of Music is eligible to award a $7,500 fellowship to an incoming graduate student. Olivia Huizar Conner, who is pursuing a master’s in flute performance, shares how her background—and the fellowship—inspire her to promote diversity and inclusion in music.

Seven police officers-in-training have joined two newly trained officers, all with varying backgrounds and life experiences, better representing the community they serve.

This month’s issue includes a look at Juneteenth, Pride Month, summer UndocuAlly sessions and the campus’s practice of inclusion resources.

The June 19 holiday, Juneteenth, is a time to recognize and celebrate the freedom and self-determination of African Americans and the end of the Civil War. It also provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the nation's collective history. For some, this may mean attending an event, listening to a podcast, reading, or having conversations with classmates, colleagues, family and friends.

Tina McDaniel, a retired human resource professional, passionate social justice advocate and diversity, equity and inclusion leader will lead an honest conversation about the remembrance and celebration of Juneteenth during a virtual event June 16.

This month’s issue includes a wrap-up of the IDEA Council’s first public forum and updates on Colorado’s new Juneteenth celebration, summer UndocuAlly sessions, the campus’s practice of inclusion and more.

Students at the Immigration Defense Clinic have represented more than 20 longtime university employees from El Salvador who have temporary protected status, which allows them to work. The clinic is helping them become permanent residents.

Rai Farrelly, a CU Boulder linguist, has been appointed to the board of directors for the TESOL International Organization. She was selected by her peers to help lead the organization, which is the foremost global authority for teaching English, with more than 11,000 members from 169 countries.