Sometimes, we need go no further than our own house to gain clear insights into how we might think about Black History Month….or learn what it might be like for a young black Floridian to find his path to a …
White Academia: Do Better. (article) by Jasmine Roberts – Professor at The Ohio State University We have all been horrified by the recent killings of Black Americans George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. In understanding the connection of these recent …
Privilege, Power and Difference (chapter 2) by Allan Johnson What do we mean by “diversity”? This critical question came up again at the August faculty retreat. It is at the heart of our Diversity Committee, and at the heart of our efforts …
For new science, look to new places, faces (article) Jack Payne for the Gainesville Sun Jack Payne, IFAS Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, recently articulated his take on the subject of human diversity in our student body in …
Leadership Nature Podcast: “It’s not about inspiring; it’s about building trust” (61 minute podcast) feat. Terry Baker, SFRC Alum and CEO of Society of American Foresters This episode explores Terry’s experiences as a leader, a leader of color, and a successful …
Diversity Joint Venture for Conservation Careers (video series) Overcoming Stereotypes (4 minutes) Similarity Bias (4 minutes) A Conversation With White People About Race (6 minutes) A Conversation with Latinos about Race (7 minutes) A Conversation with Black Women on Race (6 minutes) A Conversation with Native …
I Choose Grace (article) Just Me, Kate Column – Morning Ag Clips Upon reflection of a 20-year career, a dairy nutritionist offers up some suggestions on how to handle awkward work situations.
Seeing White (podcast series) Scene on Radio This 14-part audio documentary series explores whiteness in America—where it came from, what it means, and how it works. Consider listening first to Part 3, focused on key moments in U.S. history – the step-by-step moments …
The Culture Inside (58 minute podcast) from Invisibilia, an NPR Series Is there a part of ourselves that we don’t acknowledge, that we don’t even have access to and that might make us ashamed if we encountered it? This podcast gives a …
Damning With Faint Praise (article) by Colleen Flaherty – Inside Higher Ed A recent study by Dutt et al. focused on the letters of recommendation received for post-doctoral fellowships in the geosciences. Check out a quick synopsis of their findings in the …