Diversity News
Campus Diversity NewsUtah College Advising Corps starts recruitment for next year April 30, 2008 The Utah College Advising Corps is looking for graduating seniors interested in a great opportunity and a way to give back to the community. Annual Equity and Diversity Awards announced April 7, 2008 The Office of Diversity announced the names of this years Equity and Diversity Award recipients. Each recipient demonstrated excellence in leadership, enhancement of diversity and in providing opportunities. Conference to highlight careers in health April 2, 2008 The University of Utah's Latino Medical Student Association Utah Chapter is hosting their 2nd annual conference. The conference will feature information on admissions, careers and proffesional opportunities in the health field. ACT OUT: Celebrating Allies to LGBTQ Movements March 31, 2008 The University of Utah's Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Resource Center celebrates the work and contributions of their allies through this years Ally Week. The theme for this year is ACT OUT. Leadership Program for Refugee Youth March 26, 2008 The Asian Association of Utah with the University of Utah announce a a new program for refugee youth. The program highlights leaderships and skill building for youth residing in the Salt Lake area. M.E.Ch.A. Hosts High School Students, Encourage College and Activism March 12, 2008 On March 11th Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano/a de Aztlan hosted hundreds of high school students from across the state . The effort was a part of their annual high school conference. The conference is held in conjunctions with a senior conference held in the fall. Kathleen Digre, M.D. honored with Linda K. Amos Award for Distinguished Service to Women March 5, 2008 Nominations from across campus highlighted Professor Digre's distinguished service to women at the University of Utah, and clearly demonstrated that she represent the ideals and actions of Linda K. Amos, for whom the award was named.The award will be presented immediately prior to the 2008 Women's Week keynote address. University of Utah Seeking Assistant Vice President for Student Diversity February 27, 2008 The Assistant Vice President for Student Diversity will serve within the Office of Diversity. They will coordinate and supervise the work and development of various entities on campus as well as the various diversity events that the Office of Diversity currently holds. University of Utah and community join together to celebrate Black Awareness Month February 8, 2008 Events include panels, lectures and discussions and will culminate with a conference. All events will touch on the theme of The struggle for human rights: The Black experience in the U.S. and the Diaspora. ASUU Diversity Board to hold 4th Annual Conference on Social Awareness January 22, 2008 Conference features nationally renowned scholars on social justice; Dr. Peggy McIntosh and Dr. Dolores Delgado-Bernal . Students, community, scholars and proffesionals are invited to collaborate to promote social justice. New Pastor France A. Davis Scholarship Fund Announced January 16, 2008 The University of Utah in partnership with community leaders has announced the creation of the Pastor Frances A. Davis Scholarship Fund. The scholarship is for deserving students, particularly of African-American Descent. LEAP Lecture Features Judge Andrew Valdez January 10, 2008 The University of Utah LEAP Program has invited Judge Andrew Valdez, Third District Juvenile Court Judge, to speak this February 7th. The lecture titled," No one makes it alone" features his experiences as a young,poor and fatherless boy from the westside; how a mentor changed his life and how nearly forty years later he was able to return the favor. Utah Opportunity Scholarship Deadline Aproaches January 7, 2008 The Utah Opportunity Scholarship works to recruit students who will further enrich diversity at the University of Utah. The scholarship provides academic and financial support for up to twenty students a year. This year's deadline is February 19. A mandatory workshop to aid with the financial forms will also be held February 19. Chicano Scholarship Fund Accepting Applications January 7, 2008 Individuals chosen on basis of community activities, background and involvement . The Chicano Scholarship fund was initiated in 1973 to promote social justice, education and the ideals of the Chicano Movement. With a donation from the Ibarra Foundation the Chicano Scholarship fund was able to award ten scholarships and renew two scholarships last year. This years deadline is January 31st. January 3, 2008
This past spring meant many changes for the Center for Ethnic Student Affairs. College of Social Work Calls for 7th Annual Pete Suazo Social Justice Awards Nominations January 3, 2008
Award honors life of Senator Pete Suazo by recognizing those that work towards social and economic justice. Nominations are due January 17, 2008. Winners will be honored at an awards event to be held March 14, 2008. Honors College Holds Immigration/Migration Forum December 27, 2007 Forum emphasizes community, perspectives. "New Meanings of the American West" brings community, faculty and students together to explore immigration. The week long forum will be held from January 2 to January 5th. The forum includes discussions, panels, documentaries and lectures. University Announces Director for American Indian Resource Center December 14, 2007 Bev Fenton chosen as director. New director will help the University strenghten its outreach and services to American Indian students and their communities. Bev Fenton will work on development of programs and retention of students, as well as work closely with the Center for Ethnic Student Affairs. She will begin on January 2, 2008. 24th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration December 13, 2007 Scholar Cornel West to Keynote The University of Utah will host a week of events, including a keynote by renowned author and scholar Dr. Cornel West. “See You At The U” Hosted By LEAP November 15, 2007 Over 100 Northwest Middle School students to participate The LEAP Peer Advisors will host their annual "See You at the U" event for students from Northwest Middle School on November 15th. “Raise the Roof” Concert A Success! November 12, 2007 College of Humanities raises funds for scholarships. On October 24 the College of Humanities held their second annual Evening of Conscience, a benefit concert at Capitol Theatre which focused on raising support for the college’s Community Scholarship for Diversity Fund, and the Calvary Baptist Church youth mentoring program. University College Advisors Corps November 12, 2007 New University program in Salt Lake valley high schools.
Chicano Scholarship Funds Awarded November 12, 2007 Eleven $1,000 scholarships are received. The Chicano Scholarship Fund at the University of Utah awarded eleven, $1,000 Chicano Scholarships, and the renewal of two full-ride Ibarra Foundation Scholarships at the annual scholarship banquet, Friday, September 21, 2007 at the U of U Union Ballroom. |
Community Diversity NewsSalt Lake Community College recruits Academic and Career advisor for Hispanic/ Latin@ students May 7, 2008 Salt Lake Community College is looking for an individual to provide in-depth academic and career advisement to students, utilizing academic and career assessments, career library materials and transfer resources to assist students in developing educational and career plans. Colors of Success announces job opening May 7, 2008 Colors of Success is looking for a program specialist to implement a teen pregnancy prevention program for males and females between the ages of 14 & 18 years old. Robert Heyn honored by the Small Business Administration May 5, 2008 The Pete Suazo Business Center’s Executive Director - Robert Heyn is names Minority Small Business Champion of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. KUED announces new internship with "Speaking of Women's Health" KUED, Channel 7 has announced an open position as a public relations and event intern. Hawaiian Cultural Center announces First Film Festival and Cultural Celebration April 7, 2008 The film festival will feature a look into the Hawaiian perspective through films. There will be documentaries and films on subjects such as cultural myths and legends, history, education and modern issues such as sovereignty, land and water rights. KUED announces promotion intern position April 2, 2008 KUED, Channel 7 has announced an open position as a promotion intern. They are currently accepting applications and are looking for students with a junior or senior status seeking a degree in Communications or a related field. Press Conference to highlight Voices of Undocumented Students February 13 , 2008 On February 14th, 2008 Utahns for the American Dream will host a press conference highlighting the value of education for all Utah children. The press conference will include information from community members, students and officials. A documentary highlighting the voices of undocumented students currently attending college under House Bill 144 will also be distributed. "Beyond Borders and Fronteras" An Art, Photo, Film and Dialogue exibit at Westminster College February 11, 2008 Westminster College hosts events that highlight the immigration debate. The Events will include a photo exibit depicting Utah's "Dignity March", an interfaith dialogue on immigration and two documentary films. December 14, 2007 Second Annual Family Unity and Community Building Conference held in celebration of Black History Month . On February 23, 2008 the Office of Ethnic Affairs and Salt Lake Community College will host their annual conference featuring community centered events and forums. The conference features events to help community members with CHIP and Medicaid, scholarships and grants, small business loans and senior citizen vouchers. Jesse M. Soriano Named Director of the State Office of Ethnic Affairs December 14, 2007 Will oversee State Pacific Islander Hispanic/Latino, Asian and Black affairs offices. On December 14, 2007 the Office of Community and Culture announced that Jesse M. Soriano would lead the State office of Ethnic Affairs. He has previously served as the interum director for the office and has served as a community advocate for many years. Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Announces Scholarship Recipients December 14, 2007 Christmas Gala held to honor winners. On December 14,2007, the Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce announced the names of more than 40 Latina/o scholarship recipients. “Invisible No More: Latinos’ Dignity March In Utah” November 12, 2007 Photo documentary exhibit to run Nov. 19 – December 19th at main library. On April 9, 2006, the Latino community of Utah, in collaboration with several organizations and Salt Lake officials, put together the largest march in the history of the state. More than forty three thousand people walked peacefully on the streets of Salt Lake to support a more humane and comprehensive immigration reform. November 12, 2007 University partners with KUED to launch new Spanish-language digital channel. V-me, the first national Spanish-language television network to partner with American public television, launched across Utah on October 23 in partnership with KUED and the University of Utah. V-me brings the best in quality entertainment to Latino families. 4th Annual Christmas Gala Announced November 12, 2007 Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business Leadership Foundation Scholarship Event The Gala is to raise funds for scholarships presented annually to deserving students. University Neighborhood Partner Celebrates 5th Anniversary November 12, 2007 New Pathfinder Scholarship Fund announced. University Neighborhood Partners (UNP) celebrated its fifth anniversary on Thursday, November 1, 2007 with a dinner for founding donors and current partners at Red Butte Garden. |