College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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  MSU, Tribal Nations, others partnering on hemp variety trials

  Published on September 16, 2020
  Seeking to identify genetics, management practices to support Michigan farmers

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  CANR names special advisor to assist with faculty affairs

  Published on September 15, 2020
  Fisheries and wildlife faculty member will support culture and belonging for college reappointment, promotion, tenure and faculty development.

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  Partnership between MSU, Sault Tribe encourages tribe members to consider pursuing natural resources careers

  Published on September 15, 2020
  A collaboration between Michigan State University and the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians is preparing tribal members to join the fisheries and wildlife management field through a graduate program.

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  Book fosters honest discussion among grad students

  Published on September 11, 2020
  MSU Entomology graduate students describe the value of recognizing socioeconomic barriers in higher education and their desire for change in the system.

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  MSU awarded grant to expand career education opportunities in food, agriculture, and natural resources fields

  Published on September 1, 2020
  This three year effort will support urban Michigan students and teachers through the development of food, agriculture, and natural resources curricula and five Jr. MANRRS chapters.

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  ODEI expands You Belong Here campaign

  Published on August 31, 2020
  The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion expanded the You Belong Here campaign with your support.

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  The Year in the Office of DEI: Reflecting on 2019-2020

  Published on August 31, 2020
  The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion reflects on the 2019-2020 academic year.

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  Greater is next...I still have hope

  Published on August 31, 2020
  Quentin Tyler, associate dean and director for diversity, equity and inclusion, shares his vision for the next year and for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources community.

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  ODEI Library Lending Spotlight: Talking to Strangers

  Published on August 31, 2020
  The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion recommends the book, "Talking to Strangers," by Malcolm Gladwell.

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  In memoriam: Colleagues and former students remember Dr. James Jay

  Published on August 27, 2020
  During his time at MSU, Jay strengthened diversity efforts in various ways, including the creation of the Office of Diversity and Pluralism in CANR.

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  In memoriam: Colleagues and former students remember Frances Kaneene

  Published on August 26, 2020
  Supporting MSU students for more than 30 years as an advisor in academics and life.

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  Joint MSU, U-M project studying effect of inclusivity on STEM faculty receives $1.4 million grant from National Science Foundation

  Published on August 20, 2020
  CLIMBS-UP, a collaborative research project between MSU and U-M to study inclusive environments in science, technology, engineering and math within academia, has been awarded a three-year, $1.4 million grant from the National Science Foundation.

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  From Learning about Environmental Policy to Creating it: Tremaine Phillips ‘08

  Published on August 10, 2020
  Tremaine Phillips reflects on how his time in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics prepared him for his work as a commissioner for the Michigan Public Service Commission.

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  Ensuring access to quality seed, equitable gender practices

  Published on July 1, 2020
  MSU researcher Krista Isaacs is examining the access smallholder farmers have to quality seed and whether these needs are factored into variety development.

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  SPRT student is passionate about a career in youth and community recreation

  Published on June 10, 2020
  Andre Harris is a Sustainable Parks, Recreation, & Tourism major. He’s excited about getting youth and teens involved in outdoor recreation programs.

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  Committing to a campus culture that supports others

  Published on May 31, 2020
  CANR Dean Ron Hendrick makes a renewed commitment to ally ourselves in ways that serve and support others, especially those who have been marginalized or hurt by recent events.

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  Fostering belonging and empathy in CANR

  Published on May 31, 2020
  CANR Director for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Quentin Tyler calls the CANR community to collectively support those who experience bias, racism, xenophobia, prejudice and discrimination.

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  You Belong Here Champion Award winners announced

  Published on May 1, 2020
  The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) announces first-time You Belong Here Champion Awards

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  A message of encouragement and empathy to the CANR community

  Published on March 24, 2020
  Quentin Tyler, CANR associate dean and director for diversity, equity and inclusion, encourages building community and advocating for each other during these challenging times.

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  Graduate Spotlight Antoinette Shirley

  Published on March 1, 2020
  Graduate Student Antoinette Shirley shares her experience working with wildlife and habitat in the Navajo Nation and her interests in Indigenous forestry.