ODI Observation | From the desk of Interim Chief Diversity Officer Sam Caldwell
The events of January 6, 2021 highlight the increasingly disparate realities that exist in our democracy across lines of intersectional identity, including race.
UAlbany Celebrates Native American Heritage Month
In May 1850, nine Native American students were admitted to UAlbany. On July 13, 1865, Harriet Twoguns becomes the first UAlbany graduate of Native American descent.
Black Solidarity Day
Various members of the University at Albany community came together to conclude Black Solidarity Day with a solemn moment of remembrance.
"El Comienzo" Banquet Kicks off 1619 Series
El Comienzo, the annual banquet hosted by the student group Fuerza Latina, has a new look this year and a new focus: mental health awareness.
UAlbany Highlighted as National Leader in Advancing Racial Equity
A new report from The Education Trust is highlighting the University at Albany as a leader in advancing racial equity among the nation’s most selective public higher education institutions.
UAlbany's schools and colleges state their diversity actions
Chief Diversity Officer, Dr. Tamra Minor, led a discussion with deans about specific actions and initiatives taking place across the campus community regarding issues on race, social injustice, and campus climate as well as the plans for the immediate future.
Amplifying our Great Dane Voices
It's an incredibly difficult time for all of us right now. What can those of us motivated by a sense of love, unity and a collective moral obligation to advance the causes of social and economic justice do about it? We must remember that the most important thing is how the members of our campus community respond – with dignity, civility and a collective resolve to make UAlbany a place where everyone is and feels welcome.
5 Questions with Kelly Mack
A national expert on diversity in STEM will offer the UAlbany community insight into best practices in a workshop at 2 p.m. on May 28.