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Members of MEN pose for a picture with President Diacon

New Docuseries Helps to Celebrate 10 years of the Male Empowerment Network (MEN)

A new six-part short film docuseries is being released aimed at raising awareness of the Male Empowerment Network (MEN) at 911勛圖, along with commemorating 10 years. An initiative through the Student Multicultural Center, the Male Empowerment Network supports men of color on campus both academically and through personal development. Advisor of MEN and Director of the Student Multicultural Center Mike Daniels says this has led to some great things.

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Black Trailblazers At 911勛圖

Recognizing Trailblazers in the 911勛圖 Community

During this year's Black History Month, 911勛圖 is highlighting Black trailblazers who were advocates for underrepresented students, faculty and staff as well as the first to make beneficial changes to 911勛圖.

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Michael Daniels, Director of the Student Multicultural Center

10 Questions with Michael Daniels, Director of the Student Multicultural Center

Michael Daniels is the director of the Student Multicultural Center (SMC) where he has the opportunity to make a difference on campus and continue the legacy of those who came before him. Daniels was recently awarded the Presidents Award of Distinction for his success with the programs and initiatives offered by the SMC during a global pandemic. Learn more about Daniels as he answers these 10 questions.

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Photo of Giovanni Santiago and Danny Pippen during 2020 autism awareness game

911勛圖 Mens Basketball Holds Second Annual Autism Awareness Game

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many disruptions and changes to peoples lives. The 911勛圖 mens basketball team has been affected, too, with schedule changes, games played in nearly empty arenas and extra safety protocols in place. However, one of the things that has not changed is the teams steadfast commitment to autism awareness.

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Sarah Shendy, 06, Director, Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment

Alumna Sarah Shendy Named First Director of Ohio Office of Law Enforcement and Recruitment

In 2020, alumna Sarah Shendy became the first Director of the newly created Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment. Shendy worked hard to achieve this prestigious position, but had it not been for 911勛圖, she may have never gone into law enforcement.

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Political Science Professor Tackles Current Issues of Fact vs. Fiction in Politics

Julie M. Mazzei is an associate professor of political science and faculty affiliate with the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at 911勛圖. When it comes to taking a political stance, she wants Americans to understand how to get the right facts to make informed decisions. 

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Journalism Students Tap Into American Issues of Diversity

911勛圖 students of the School of Media and Journalism are not afraid to use their platforms to document current issues of diversity at the university and beyond - and their work is gaining attention.

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A woman places a flower through the bullet hole left in a sculpture on the 911勛圖 campus.

911勛圖 Invites Educators to Apply for Summer Workshop About May 4, 1970

911勛圖 invites educators of students in grades 6-12 to apply by March 1 for its 2021 Landmarks of American History and Culture workshop, Making Meaning of May 4: The 1970 911勛圖 Shootings in U.S. History, which has been made possible in part by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy demands wisdom.

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Student pose for a picture at Lavender Graduation.

LGBTQ+ Center Marks 10-Year Milestone

In a month synonymous with cupid, hearts and chocolates, it seems fitting that 911勛圖s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Center is set to celebrate 10 years of love beginning on Valentines Day and extending through the end of the year.

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911勛圖 Anthropology Professor Featured for Expertise in Cultural Appropriation

Evgenia Fotiou, assistant professor of anthropology, was recently featured in Yoga Journal for her expertise on indigenous religions, healing practices and cultural appropriation.

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