Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month: Ingredients, Identities, and Intersectionality
Passover Resources
APIDA Heritage Month: Q&A With Filipino Doctoral Candidate, Tony DelaRosa
As we recognize APIDA Heritage Month, we are centering the thoughts and voices of APIDA faculty and staff in the UW–Madison campus community. We caught up with Tony DelaRosa, a doctoral candidate in Education Leadership & …
Voices: UW–Madison faculty and staff reflect on APIDA Heritage Month
Asian American and Pacific Islander (APIDA) Heritage Month is recognized nationally in May, but UW–Madison celebrates it in April to include the campus community in the many rich experiences, perspectives and celebrations. To honor the …
The Journey for Greater Things: 20 First-Generation Students to present at NCUR
Twenty first-generation students at UW–Madison are on the brink of a transformative experience. These undergraduate scholars from the Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement (DDEEA) will attend the National Conference on Undergraduate Research from …
Call for Proposals now open for UW–Madison Diversity Forum 2024
The UW–Madison Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement is seeking proposals for breakout sessions for the annual Diversity Forum this fall. The theme for the 2024 Diversity Forum will be Threads of Belonging: Navigating Differences …
‘Stranger at the Gate’ shines spotlight on a transformative act of compassion
Eleven Badgers recognized among Wisconsin’s Most Influential Native American leaders for 2024
Eleven University of Wisconsin–Madison community members were recognized in Madison365’s annual list of “Wisconsin’s Most Influential Native American Leaders” for 2024. Madison365, a nonprofit online news publication, has published annual power lists recognizing Wisconsin leaders …
MENA leaders across campus share their thoughts on MENA Heritage Month
March is Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) Heritage Month at UW–Madison. We asked some MENA leaders across campus to share their thoughts about MENA Heritage Month and how the community can meaningfully engage with …
Alexander Gee, community catalyst and transformative educator, to receive UW honorary degree
Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement Sponsors Men of Color Summit
The Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement is proud to be a platinum-level sponsor of this year’s Men of Color Summit. This student-led summit aims to provide a platform for individuals from diverse backgrounds …
Posse and McNair Scholar Presents at 20th Anniversary of Research in the Rotunda
Every year for the past 20 years, standout undergraduate student researchers share their findings on a wide array of subjects with legislators, community members, and leaders from the state and university. Students from all over …
Ramadan Resources
A special panel discussion and screening of ‘Stranger at the Gate’
United Through Engagement: Real Life Stories of Reconciliation From executive producer Malala Yousafzai and director Joshua Seftel comes ‘Stranger at the Gate,’ a 2023 Academy Award nominee for Best Documentary Short Film that tells one …
Outstanding Women of Color Awards Honor Six Women for Exceptional Contributions to Their Communities
Surrounded by family, friends, colleagues, mentors and others, six remarkable women were celebrated on Thursday, March 7th. The women – faculty and graduate students – were honored with the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Outstanding Women of Color award in recognition of their leadership in advancing social justice.
Dr. LaVar Charleston Recognized as a National Leader in Academic Excellence
Dr. LaVar J. Charleston, UW-Madison vice provost, deputy vice chancellor for diversity & inclusion, chief diversity officer, and Elzie Higginbottom director of the Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement (DDEEA) won a Diamond Award from …
Middle Eastern North African (MENA) Heritage Month: MENA in the Modern World
Black History Month: An Ode to Black Catalysts
At some point or another, we’ve all needed a helping hand to guide us through our personal and professional journeys. We are also inspired by trailblazers who came before us and demonstrated what is possible. …
The Meaning of Black History Month
The calendar turning to February marks the beginning of Black History Month, offering us all the time to reflect on African American history, celebrate Black achievements and acknowledge these central contributions to US history as …