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Message from the Vice President and Vice Provost
October 2, 2012
Fall quarter is an exciting time on campus as returning students reunite and new students get acclimated to college life. In addition to Homecoming being just around the corner, there are upcoming events which will offer opportunities for our alumni and friends to remain engaged. We hope to see many of you in the months ahead.
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Educational Talent Search Alum Alyssa Moore Aiming High
September 26, 2012
If anyone can understand the benefit of a college readiness program like OMA&D's Educational Talent Search (ETS), it's Alyssa Moore. The 2012 UW graduate was involved in the program for 10 years, first as a recipient of its services and then as a work study employee who helped others like herself prepare for higher education.
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OMA&D Recognizes New and Recently Tenured Faculty
September 25, 2012
As the 2012 fall quarter commences, OMA&D is pleased to recognize several UW faculty of color who are newly tenured to the position of associate professor or new to the University.
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Donors Honored at VP Club Barbecue
September 12, 2012
A special donor appreciation event for Vice President’s Club members was hosted by Dr. Sheila Edwards Lange at the home of OMA&D supporters Nelson, ’84, and Suzanne Del Rio on Aug. 23. Donors who have given $1,000 or more to UW Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) departments or programs in the past year were honored for their support.…
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OMA&D Hosts Fourth Annual Alumni Soirée
September 6, 2012
University of Washington alumni of color and supporters of diversity enjoyed an exciting evening of networking, great food and music at the fourth annual Alumni Soirée on Friday, August 17, at The Landing in Seattle’s University District. The event was hosted by the UW Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity (OMA&D), along with campus sponsors and partners. Guests socialized with…
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Seattle Fandango Project To Receive 2012 Diversity Award for Community Building
September 5, 2012
The Seattle Fandango Project, a local organization that promotes community through music, verse and dance, has been named the recipient of the 2012 University of Washington Vice President for Minority Affairs and Vice Provost for Diversity Community Building Award. The award will be presented at the Multicultural Alumni Partnership (MAP) Bridging the Gap Breakfast, on Sat., Oct. 27, at the…
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OMA&D Mourns Loss of Colleague Julian Argel
July 16, 2012
The University of Washington Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity (OMA&D) mourns the loss of long-time Educational Talent Search (ETS) Director, Julian Argel, who passed away on Sun., July 8. A member of the Tsimshian/Haida tribes, Argel worked with OMA&D for 18 years and was a nominee for the 2012 UW Distinguished Staff Award. In his role with ETS, Argel…
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Peoples, Student Scholars Honored at 42nd Annual EOP Celebration
May 16, 2012
Gertrude Peoples was presented the University of Washington’s Charles E. Odegaard Award and several student scholarship recipients were recognized at the 42nd Annual EOP Celebration, Fête and Honors, Thursday, May 10, at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel. The dinner and scholarship fundraiser was hosted by the UW Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity (OMA&D) and the Friends of the Educational Opportunity…
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OMA&D Fall 2011 eNews
October 10, 2011
The latest issue of the Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity’s eNews is available now. eNews features information about upcoming events and news related to OMA&D programs, faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Read more…