by Naomi Wilson | Nov 1, 2018 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Student Voices
When I first sought out to apply to Ph.D. programs I was of the mindset, and still am, that I needed to work with communities. I was very critical of academics who only did work within the academy or “ivory tower” without any tangible ways of connecting it back to...
by William Tarpeh | Oct 30, 2018 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Student Voices
This quote is one of my favorites because it paints a picture of legacy. We often misconstrue sentiments like this one by making them conditional. Success is a constantly advancing target, and so it can feel like we’re not yet successful, and thus don’t yet focus on...
by Seanna Leath | Oct 24, 2018 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Student Voices
What does it mean to pave the way? To be the first in your family to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Africana Studies and Psychology, and pursue a Ph.D. to study the strengths and vibrancy of the Black community. To be a young parent raising your Black daughter...
by Mike Solomon | Oct 12, 2018 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, News
Dear Rackham Community, As the university’s annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Summit comes to a close, I am pleased to share this update on Rackham’s DEI Strategic Plan and our collective work toward its implementation. We are now beginning year three of...
by Michael Medina | Sep 17, 2018 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Student Voices
When entering my education and psychology Ph.D. program, I was told to prepare for the three pillars of graduate study: research, teaching, and classes. These three activities would constitute my job, and thus the majority of my time, for the next five years. Having...
by Rackham Graduate School | May 8, 2018 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, News
Rackham Graduate School announces the awardees of the 2018–19 Faculty Allies Diversity Grants. These grants are designed to fund activities for current graduate students to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in the areas most relevant to the...
by Kyah Dubay | Mar 29, 2018 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, News
Former U-M Vice Provost and Dean of the Rackham Graduate School Earl Lewis is returning to the University of Michigan as the director of the soon-to-be-established Center for Social Solutions. Lewis spent 15 years at U-M as a faculty member before becoming provost and...
by Rackham Graduate School | Feb 16, 2018 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, News
Ethriam Brammer Rackham Graduate School is thrilled to announce the hiring of Ethriam Brammer as assistant dean. In his role, Brammer will lead the implementation and ongoing work of the school’s diversity, equity, and inclusion plan by working collaboratively...
by Austin McCoy | Oct 23, 2017 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Student Voices
I am reminded of my first day of college when I think about Dr. Edward A. Bouchet’s experiences as the first African American person to earn a Ph.D. in the U.S., from Yale University, and the importance of advocacy when thinking about addressing racial disparities in...
by Rackham Graduate School | Oct 3, 2017 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, News
As a central part of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategic Plan, the Rackham Graduate School now offers a graduate student DEI Professional Development Certificate that is designed to prepare students to work in a diverse environment while fostering a...
