The purpose of the Diversity Education Newsletter is to promote the ongoing work of diversity and inclusion at Stevens and share opportunities for learning and engagement. All members of the Stevens community are encouraged to read and share this newsletter as we all contribute to building a more inclusive campus environment.
in this newsletter:
  • Updates from Diversity Education
  • Black History Month
  • Standing Together and Standing Against Racism Initiative Updates
  • Home Sweet Hudson Volunteer Program
  • Explore Nomura: Freshman & Sophomore Diversity Program
  • History & Heritage Month Call for Partners
  • 1st Gen Ducks Email Sign-up
  • Anti-Racism Resources
  • Trainings and Workshops
Updates from Diversity Education
Diversity Education is continuing to engage with our community through multiple opportunities for learning with students, faculty and staff. Here are recent updates on inclusion initiatives:
  • 16 staff from Student Affairs and Athletics staff completed the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Facilitator Training Pilot Program
  • All RAs and Student Affairs staff members attended anti-racism workshops in January
black history month 2021 calendar of events
standing together and standing against racism initiative updates
Progress has been made in the Standing Together and Standing Against Racism Initiative, which you can view on the website! Additionally, the President's Task Force on Equity and Inclusive Excellence will share their list of recommended actions to the President later this month.
home sweet hudson volunteers
Home Sweet Hudson is a non-profit organization that is launching a buddy program to provide the adult special needs community in Hudson County with a space to engage with similar aged individuals. We are in the process of gathering volunteers for our buddy system with a tentative start of February 2021. 

Responsibilities as a volunteer:
- Be available on some weekdays and weekends during a variation of hours
- Be willing to be trained on special needs, inclusive language, and appropriate activities
- Be passionate about helping special needs individuals and willing to be part of community service outreach

To express interest in volunteering, please sign up here!
explore nomura: freshman & sophomore diversity program
Explore Nomura is an Early Insights program designed to provide diverse Freshman & Sophomores with broad exposure to careers in Investment Banking, Global Markets and Corporate Infrastructure.

Undergraduate freshman and sophomores who also identify as members of the following communities are encouraged to apply: Women, Black, Latinx, Native American, LGBTQ+, Veterans, and Students with Disabilities
history and heritage month call for partners
Here at Stevens we celebrate several History and Heritage months and we want to partner with YOU! 
  • Are you interested in learning more about our History and Heritage Months?  
  • Do you have an idea for a History and Heritage month program? 
  • Unsure how your office can contribute? 

Email Kody Guedes, Graduate Coordinator for Diversity Education at kguedes@stevens.edu to set up a time to chat! 
1st gen ducks email sign-up
Are you a first generation student? At Stevens, a “A first generation college student is someone whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have not graduated from a four-year college or university." Join the 1st Gen Ducks mailing list to hear about upcoming opportunities like our financial literacy series for first gen students!
anti-racism resources
Diversity Education stands in solidarity with anti-racism movements and the work of all people seeking a more inclusive, just and equitable future. We stand in solidarity with Stevens students and offer our continued support, advocacy, educational opportunities and holistic care. We invite all students, faculty, staff, and alumni seeking resources and action steps to join together in community with Diversity Education in this vital work. We recognize the intersecting systems of oppression which impact each of our lives and maintain our commitment to liberation through education. Together we can create positive change, starting with ourselves and our communities. Together, we can contribute to a world where Black Lives Matter and we recognize the value and humanity of every member of our global community.

Please engage the following resources to learn about anti-racism and take action. Contact Diversity Education to learn more.
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training & workshops
Looking for a training or workshop on a diversity topic for your organization or office? You can now easily request a workshop and Diversity Education will facilitate a engaging virtual session. Workshops include: inclusive leadership; allyship, anti-racism, privilege & microaggressions; cross-cultural communication; bias, and custom options!
diversity education lending library
Though our wide selection of books and DVDs on history, activism, inclusion, identity, and more are unavailable due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still check out the link below to find inspiration for your reading list! Many titles are available online, on Audible, and through your local library.
about diversity education
Diversity Education takes on many forms at Stevens including programs such as heritage months, awareness weeks, affinity luncheons, Safe Zone Ally training, facilitated discussions, workshops, and invited guest speakers. All programs are created through an intentionally intersectional lens. Through this programming, the Office of Undergraduate Student Life seeks to:

  • foster a deeper understanding of equity and inclusion
  • cultivate safe(r) spaces for all Stevens community members 
  • empower Stevens students, faculty, and staff 
Have resources to add? Email diversityed@stevens.edu!
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