Diversity and Equity
April 15, 2024
Professional Staff Organization Spring Celebration with UW President Ana Mari Cauce
The PSO is excited to host the annual Spring Celebration with UW President Ana Mari Cauce on Friday, May 17, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Join us as we celebrate the end of another extraordinary academic and fiscal year. The event will begin with refreshments and an onsite reception, followed by the President’s address on…
February 5, 2024
Intergenerational Wisdom: Healing Forward with Dr. Wilson Edward Reed
In honor of Black History Month, the Burke Museum has partnered with the PSO DEI committee to host a candid conversation that centers on the elders of the African diaspora, cultural healing modalities, and a shared reflection from Dr. Wilson Edward Reed. He will share how his healing journey from anxiety and depression has evolved since…
November 13, 2023
Inclusivity Around The Winter Holiday Season
Join us for a dynamic committee presentation and group discussion on creating inclusive and joyous holiday celebrations. In a world that embraces diversity, it’s essential to ensure our holiday festivities are reflective of the rich tapestry of cultures and traditions within our community. We will explore practical strategies for promoting inclusivity, sharing diverse holiday experiences,…
April 11, 2023
2023 DEI Forum Inspiring Belonging and Creating Community
The quad is buzzing with tourists, the cherry blossoms have bloomed, and April has officially arrived. The Professional Staff Organization is looking forward to welcoming Husky students, staff, and faculty to join the PSO for the 2023 Annual DEI Forum this Spring. This year is focused on inspiring belonging and creating community. Rickey Hall, Vice…
March 1, 2023
Happy Women’s History Month | Join the 20th annual Women of Color Celebration
Professional Staff are invited to the 20th annual Women of Color Celebration Date: March 15, 2023 Time: 12 – 1:30pm Location: TBA Free for all staff RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/20th-anniversary-women-of-color-celebration-tickets-492133152507
February 27, 2023
Faculty Contributions to DEI: Discussions with Legal Scholar Dr. Brian Soucek
Hosted by the Faculty Council on Race, Equity & Justice Friday March 3, 2023 | Foege Auditorium | 11:00am – 12:20pm Diversity statements, which are increasingly used in faculty hiring and promotion, often generate confusion and consternation. Dr. Brian Soucek, a leading voice in the use of diversity statements in academia, will explore the issues….
February 10, 2023
PSO to host DEI Forum in April, focused on Belonging
The PSO is excited to host the 7th DEI Forum, with the theme “Inspiring Belonging and Creating Community”. The purpose of this regular forum is to an intersectional space for those interested in advocating for equity to come together to share ideas, network, and build coalitions to advance anti-racism and social justice efforts across UW…
November 18, 2022
November is National Native American Heritage month
The PSO wishes to recognize November as National Native American Heritage month. This language was developed by the Department of Chemistry, and they’ve graciously allowed us to share this with the professional staff community. The language has been lightly edited for this audience (eg, replacing “I” with “we”): Native American Heritage month was passed by…
September 14, 2022
BIPOC Staff Development Program Launching October 19th
Launching in October, this new program for staff who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color BIPOC is designed to foster community, advance professional development and increase engagement and retention of BIPOC staff at the University of Washington. Content includes self-paced online programming, in-person and Zoom events, competency-based workshops and specialized content — all…
March 11, 2022
Womxn of Color Celebration a Wonderful Success, Again!
The 19th annual Womxn of Color Celebration was successfully held online on March 8th. An event for and by womxn of color was a coming together to find community and share stories and experiences from around the campus to build a stronger future. Polly Olsen, Director DEAI & Decolonization, Tribal Liaison at the Burke Museum…
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