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NADOHE Annual Convention
Presenters: Curtis Byrd, Ed.D., Rihana S. Mason, Ph.D., Kristin Early, Ph.D.
AACU: Using Data-Driven DEI Metrics to Support Inclusive Excellence Efforts in Anti-DEI & Anti-Affirmative Action Climates
Presenters: Curtis D. Byrd, Ed.D., Rihana S. Mason, Ph.D., Amer Ahmed, Ph.D.
UNCF UNITE 2024
The creation of HBCU STEM US Center has established a culture of understanding “why” and “how” HBCUs are important in STEM retention. The Center is comprised of Morehouse, Spelman, and Virginia State University, collaborating to refocus efforts increasing Black representation in the STEM pipeline.
RIISE UPP Alliance Webinar
This webinar, presented by the Academic Pipeline Project, is a discussion of the best practices of academic pathway initiatives, particularly those that serve underrepresented populations and people of color across the education landscape.
Registration required via Zoom
University Partnerships for Faculty Diversity Meeting
Join us for our plenary address: Best Practices of Academic Pipeline Programs to Support
Faculty Diversity
National Conference on Race & Ethnicity NCORE
Join us in New Orleans for 35th Annual National Conference on Race & Ethnicity in Higher Education
Our Talk: Using the THRIVE Framework to Bring Awareness of Campus DEI Programs, Policies, and Initiatives
Visit our exhibitor’s booth while you are there!
National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE) 2023
Join us in Baltimore for The National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education
Theme:Delivering on the Promise: Enhancing Structural Equity to Promote Justice for All
Visit our exhibitors booth while you are there!
37th Annual McKnight Fellows Meeting
Drs. Curtis Byrd and Rihana Mason will join in a panel discussion entitled: Demystifying Faculty Diversity:Using Academic Pipeline Programs to Overcome Systemic Barriers to Recruitment and Retention. Invited Panelists include Drs. Tess Garcia Collart (PhD Project), Dr. Devona F. Pierre (Sisters of the Academy) and Dr. Donathan Brown (RIT Future Faculty Career Exploration Program).
2023 Annual Meeting of AAC&U
Panel Title: Best Practices in the Recruitment and Retention of Faculty and Administrators of Color
Summary:Recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff has always been a challenge, but this panel is focused on showcasing best practices, with a focus on examining successful strategies aimed at improving recruitment efforts for faculty and staff while also working to ensure that campus communities remain inclusive. During this session, we focus on what some institutions are doing right when it comes to not only diversity recruitment but also retention.
SREB Institute on Teaching and Mentoring
Dr. Curtis D. Byrd and Dr. Rihana S. Mason will be presenting at the SREB Institute on Teaching and Mentoring in Atlanta, GA.
For more information on registration and event schedule, visit the SREB website.
Pacific Lutheran University Book Talk / Book Signing
PLU and the Academic Project Pipeline team will be holding a live talk and book signing event on campus at the Pacific Lutheran University located in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Rihana S. Mason will be presenting on the topic of “Supporting Students in Finding Pathways for College and Beyond”, followed by a short Q/A session and book signing event for the Academic Pipeline Programs publication.
68th Annual SEPA Meeting
The Academic Pipeline Project team will be attending this years 68th Annual SEPA Meeting at the beautiful Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa in Hilton Head, SC. APP Co-Founder Dr. Rihana S. Mason will presenting and discussing our solutions as part of her Presidential Address scheduled for March 24th, 5-5:50 PM, Sabal Palm Ballroom; Books will be available for purchase during the meeting.
For more information, visit the SEPA website.
National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education Conference (NADOHE)
The Academic Pipeline Project team will be presenting at this years NADOHE convention in beautiful San Diego. A full schedule is available at the following link
Georgia State University Ford Fellowship Panel
Join The Georgia State University Graduate School and the Honors College for a panel discussion with Georgia State faculty including Dr. Mason who have received the Ford Foundation Fellowship, as they share their insights into securing this prestigious fellowship. Listen to the recording.
McKnight Doctoral Fellowship Program Annual Meeting
Dr. Curtis D. Byrd will be presenting on a Publications panel at the 37th Annual McKnight Fellows’ Meeting & 25th Annual Graduate School Conference. A book signing event will be held following the presentation.
For more information, click here for a full agenda.
Academic Pipepline Programs - Book Signing and Book Launch
The Center for the Advancement of Students and Alumni (CASA) is sponsoring a book signing event. We will discuss the book. The event also includes more information about CASA and programming that is beneficial for students. Register Today!
Leveraging Academic Pipeline Programs into the Professoriate
The latest women, minorities, and persons with disabilities in science and engineering report (National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics, 2021) illustrates that the landscape of the academy is not representative of the diversity of talent despite the years of efforts to increase faculty diversity. This session will highlight the national and institutional implications of diversifying the academy. Renowned thought leaders dialogue with hosts, how academic pipeline initiatives are used, replicated and promoted at the institutional level around the country.
Panelists: Drs. Curtis Byrd, Rihana Mason, Freeman Hrabowski (President, University of Baltimore County), and Jamal Watson (Editor, Diverse: Issues In Higher Education) Register Here
Transitioning from the Bachelors to the Professoriate
Efforts to include talent from all backgrounds at all levels of the educational experience (broadening participation, National Science Foundation, 2017) are expanding the supports given at all levels of the academic experience. Representatives from the Leadership Alliance (collegiate) and Southern Regional Educational Board-Doctoral Scholars Program (graduate) will discuss best practices in positioning students from diverse backgrounds for the progression from college to graduate school.
Panelists:
Curtis D. Byrd, EdD, Rihana S. Mason, PhD, Ansley Abraham, PhD (Executive Director, SREB Doctoral Scholars), Taiese Bingham-Hickman, PhD (Associate Director, Leadership Alliance)
The Future of Education Research at the Institute of Education Sciences in the US Department of ED
The Board on Science Education is hosting a committee meeting for the study on the Future of Education Research at the Institute of Education Sciences in the U.S. Department of Education. The committee will hear from multiple stakeholders as part of its effort to understand the diverse needs of the education research field. This project is funded by the U.S. Department of Education.
Panelist: Curtis D. Byrd, EdD.
Positioning Underrepresented Minority (URM) Students for College
The higher education landscape is changing to reflect the diversity within the background of its learners. Several programs have become leaders in preparing pre-collegiate students for the college experience. Representatives from the Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) network of schools and the College Advising Corps will discuss best practices in positioning URM students for success in college. View the webinar recording here.
Panelists: Curtis D. Byrd, EdD, Rihana S. Mason, PhD, Ariel Cochrane-Brown, PhD and Johnny Ray James
Read more about the series here
Utilizing Pathway Programs Along Your Academic Journey
While expanding the use of pipeline programs is the primary goal, Dr. Mason masterfully inspires students to seek out and speak out to gain the support they need and respect they deserve to succeed in any setting along their career journey. Take this opportunity to learn about pipeline programs that are clearing the path towards academic success for URM students and how you can participate and push for progress throughout your own journey.
Panelists: Rihana S. Mason, PhD,
Watch the webinar here
Leveraging Academic Pipeline Programs Into The Professoriate
While expanding the use of pipeline programs is the primary goal, Dr. Mason masterfully inspires students to seek out and speak out to gain the support they need and respect they deserve to succeed in any setting along their career journey. Take this opportunity to learn about pipeline programs that are clearing the path towards academic success for URM students and how you can participate and push for progress throughout your own journey.
Panelists: Rihana S. Mason, PhD,
Watch the webinar here
Preparing Diverse Students For Success In The Academic And Private Sectors
Supporting diverse students doesn’t end when they leave the classroom. In fact, our guests on this four-part series demonstrate that meaningful, valuable, and equitable support should begin before a student steps on campus and extend past graduation—even if they make their way outside of academia.
Listen to the podcast recording here
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