Tag: diversity
Women find community but are still underrepresented in STEM
The professor asks a question to his computer science class and hands shoot up, including Abbygail Siapno, a freshman math and physics major and member of Women in Tech. Like always, the person picked to answer the question is not her, but one of her male classmates.
Lecture looks at harm of stereotypes
Daniel Loera, director of multicultural affairs, discussed “Stereotypes and Microaggressions,” allowing students to explore their thoughts regarding struggles with racial prejudice on Wednesday in the Ludwick Center before an audience of roughly 15 members of the University of La Verne community.
Supreme Court needs to be more diverse
President Joe Biden has nominated Ketanji Brown Jackson to the United States Supreme Court to replace the retiring Stephen Breyer. If confirmed, she will be the first Black woman to sit upon the Supreme Court. This makes a mark on history and provides much-needed diversity in the highest court.
Janoyan values faculty and University growth
Kerop Janoyan, provost and vice president of academic affairs, started the position remotely from his New York home, on April 1.
Gender equality is the NFL’s future
With female representation in the National Football League being scarce, a few women are making strides to break those barriers.
City committee promotes diversity, inclusion
The city of La Verne has taken steps toward building relationships in the community with the Cultural Awareness and Social Inclusion Committee, created in 2019 with the intention of educating residents on cultural awareness and creating a safe space for everyone of all backgrounds.