Week of
February 6–10, 2023
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SOCIAL EQUITY & TITLE IX DIGEST
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| WEEKLY WORDS TO PONDER
“I had no idea that history was being made. I was just tired of giving up.”
—Rosa Parks, American activist in the civil rights movement (Learn more)
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IUP Values Me
Student Spotlight: Imani Murdock-Laws
Imani is majoring in chemistry/pre-med with a minor in biomedical science and will graduate in December 2023. She is a “strong advocate for uniting the Black community at our predominantly White institution and empowering young women to strive to be the greatest that they can be.” Imani does this through her campus involvement. She is the current president of both the IUP NAACP chapter and Collegiate Women in Progress. In addition to her many presidential duties for these organizations, she has coordinated their social media presence and voting initiatives and has created and given numerous presentations. Imani’s professional goal is to be a “world-class” brain, heart, or gynecological surgeon. She has started a scholarship foundation for African American students who want to attend historically Black colleges and universities. We thank you, Imani!
Staff Spotlight: Leslie Coates
Leslie is the assistant director of Multicultural Affairs and Student Success within the Center for Multicultural Student Leadership and Engagement (MCSLE). She is responsible for numerous diversity, equity, and inclusion events, including Crimson Blast, Winter Celebration, and Crimson Salute. These events highlight, recognize, and celebrate IUP’s multicultural organizations and students. Leslie coordinates all MCSLE Lunch and Learn sessions, which are held on selected Wednesdays. All are invited to these informational gatherings in which presenters share their expertise and personal passions about chosen topics, and all participants enjoy a free lunch. Leslie escorts students to multicultural events in the area and is the advisor for the Black Student League; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated; and the newly formed URBN Dance Team. She is an IUP alumna and previously worked in the Office of Financial Aid and the Office of Student Support and Community Standards (Student Conduct). We thank you, Leslie!
A note about IUP Values Me: Each week, we will highlight one student and one staff member to “shine a spotlight” on their leadership and involvement in campus programs and their great work assisting our campus community with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or civil rights awareness. If you have a suggestion for an IUP community member to feature in this section, please email social-equity@iup.edu.
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| Did you know that we have a DEI alliance of student organizations?
Follow them on Instagram, drop by one of their meetings, and be sure to attend their events!
The alliance includes
*Black Student League (BSL)—Meetings: Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. in the HUB Allegheny Room; Instagram: @iupblackstudentleague; contact: wdybc@iup.edu
*Colors in Unity—Meetings: Fridays at 3:00 p.m. in Elkin 111; Instagram: @ciu_iup; contact: lgbtqia-support@iup.edu
*Collegiate Women in Progress (CWIP)—Meetings: Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in Wallwork G-98; Instagram: @cwipiup; contact: lhrbc@iup.edu
*Creating Higher Standards: Meetings: Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in Stouffer 138; Instagram: @chsiup1
*Her Campus—Meetings: Mondays at 6:00 p.m. in Elkin 111; Instagram: @hercampusiup; contact: dccbc@iup.edu
*Latino Student Organization (LaSO)—Meetings: biweekly on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. in Leonard 114; Instagram: @iup_laso; Contact: hysbc@iup.edu
*NAACP—Meetings: Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in rotating locations; Instagram: @naacpiup; contact: rhky@iup.edu
*Pan-African Student Association (PASA)—Meetings: Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. in Leonard 126; Instagram: @iup_pasa_; contact: ctddc@iup.edu
*Students Against Racism (SAR)—Meetings: biweekly on Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. in Elkin Great Room; Instagram: @iupsar; contact: hsxbc@iup.edu
*UBORA Men of IUP (UMI)—Meetings: Mondays at 5:00 p.m. in Elkin 114; Instagram: @uboramenofiup; contact: xxgcc@iup.edu
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EVENTS OF NOTE THIS WEEK
PLEASE PARTICIPATE, SHARE AS APPROPRIATE, OR INCLUDE IN YOUR CLASSES.
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Overview
- Tuesday, February 7: Belonging: A Process Group for BIPOC Individuals
- Tuesday, February 7: IUP Soul Food Night
- Tuesday, February 7: Queer Conversations Workshop Series
- Tuesday, February 7: “We Gon’ Be Alright!” Presentation by Guest Speaker Dr. Marcellus Taylor
- Wednesday, February 8: MCSLE Lunch and Learn: The “I Fear for My Life” Project: Research for Social Change
- Wednesday, February 8: Leadership in a Multicultural Society Workshop Series
- Wednesday, February 8: “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” Presentation and Performance
- Thursday, February 9: Women’s Empowerment Series: “Overcoming Imposter Syndrome”
- Thursday, February 9: Haven Project Presentation: Healthy Relationships
- Thursday, February 9: “College 101,” Presentation by NAACP
- Friday, February 10: “The Changing Climate for Women in Science,” Presentation by Guest Speaker Dr. Laurie McNeil
Coming Up Next Week:
- Thursday, February 16: “Advocate for Your Black Health,” Presentation by Guest Speaker and IUP Alumnus Dr. Henry Lewis
- Sunday, February 19: Lead@IUP Leadership Conference
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| Details
- Tuesday, February 7: Belonging: A Process Group for BIPOC Individuals
4:00–5:30 p.m.—Suites on Maple East, G-31
A confidential space to connect with one another around the challenges and blessings that come with racial and ethnic identities. This group will be supported by two IUP counselors who are also people of color. It will meet weekly on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. Further information: Counseling Center, 724-357-2621, counseling-center@iup.edu
- Tuesday, February 7: IUP Soul Food Night
4:00–6:30 p.m.—North Dining
In celebration of Black History Month, the Center for Multicultural Student Leadership and Engagement (MCSLE) and IUP Dining will feature home-cooked, Southern-style meals. Other dates for Soul Food Night will be February 14, 21, and 28. Further information: MCSLE, 724-357-2598, tturn@iup.edu
- Tuesday, February 7: Queer Conversations Workshop Series
5:00–6:00 p.m.—Elkin Hall Great Room
This week’s topic is “Black History in the Queer Community” and will honor people of color and their contributions to the LGBTQIA+ community. Further information: lgbtqia-support@iup.edu
- Tuesday, February 7: “We Gon’ Be Alright!” Presentation by Guest Speaker Dr. Marcellus Taylor
6:00–8:00 p.m.—Jane Leonard Hall, Room 114
This transformative learning experience centers on the critical elements of collaboration, truth, health equity, and hope. Guest speaker Marcellus C. Taylor will serve as the lead facilitator of this experience. Participants will explore the historical impact of health inequities and reimagine what health equity could look like in their localized context. Further information: MCSLE, 724-357-2598, tturn@iup.edu
- Wednesday, February 8: MCSLE Lunch and Learn: The “I Fear for My Life” Project: Research for Social Change
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.—Elkin Hall Great Room
The website ifearformylife.org promotes learning, dialogue, and action to improve policing and criminal justice outcomes, especially for communities of color in the United States. Cocreator and IUP English professor Veronica Watson will explain ways that students, faculty, and organizations can use the site for civic engagement on this issue. Further information: MCSLE, 724-357-2598, tturn@iup.edu
- Wednesday, February 8: Leadership in a Multicultural Society Workshop Series
3:00–4:00 p.m.—Elkin Hall Great Room
This week’s topic is “Introduction to Anti-racism,” presented by Leslie Coates, assistant director of Multicultural Affairs and Student Success. Further information: MCSLE, 724-357-2598, tturn@iup.edu
- Wednesday, February 8: “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” Presentation and Performance
3:30–4:30 p.m.—Jane Leonard Hall, Room 225 and 7:00 p.m.—Kovalchick Complex
The Office of Social Equity and Title IX is pleased to host guest lecturer Moses Phillips, assistant professor of music at Medgar Evers College, City University of New York. He will give a presentation on the reverently triumphant and patriotic song known as the Black national anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” The anthem will then be performed in the evening between the women’s and men’s basketball games (at approximately 7:00 p.m.) in the Kovalchick Complex. This beautiful song will be performed by the IUP Chorale, IUP Chorus, Mr. Phillips, President Michael Driscoll, and Dean Curtis Scheib. Further information: social-equity@iup.edu or 724-357-3402
- Thursday, February 9: Women’s Empowerment Series: “Overcoming Imposter Syndrome”
4:30–6:00 p.m.—Jane Leonard Hall, Room B-11, or Zoom (ID 97869071565)
Many women report feeling “Imposter Syndrome,” the phenomena in which they may doubt their skills, talents, and accomplishments and fear they will be exposed as a fraud. This presentation will assist women in quieting that doubting voice and embracing their true power. The Women’s Empowerment Series is sponsored by the following: Office of the Provost, Center for Health and Well-Being, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, Office of Social Equity and Title IX, Women’s and Gender Studies Program, President’s Commission on the Status of Women (Women’s Commission), University College, Multicultural Affairs and Student Success, Panhellenic Association, and Collegiate Women in Progress. Further information: Ms. Ann Sesti, 724-357-1265, annsesti@iup.edu
- Thursday, February 9: “College 101,” Presentation by NAACP
7:00–8:30 p.m.—Stabley Library, Room 101
The IUP chapter of the NAACP will present tips and tricks to enhance your college experience. Further information: @naacpiup or rhky@iup.edu
- Friday, February 10: “The Changing Climate for Women in Science,” Presentation by Guest Speaker Dr. Laurie McNeil
11:10 a.m.–12:20 p.m.—Weyandt Hall, Room 32
Laurie McNeil, Bernard Gray Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will discuss the current status of women in STEM, the factors that contribute to the disparity, and what the scientific community can do to take advantage of the underused talent of women. This presentation is hosted by the Kopchick College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Further information: Dr. Jana Villemain, jvillema@iup.edu
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Hosting an event you’d like us to mention in an upcoming issue?
Digest issues are emailed every Monday morning. Send all information concerning your event to social-equity@iup.edu, and we will include it in the appropriate weekly issue. Also, please be sure to enter your event in the CMS on the DIVERSITY, STUDENT, and CENTRAL CALENDARS so that it will receive wider marketing, appear in IUP Now, and achieve greater attendance.
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