Prior to the public workshops, the Abington Township library children's staff spoke to elementary and early childhood education majors from Penn State Abington about how they select books that incorporate diversity for younger children.
Aneesah Smith, director of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for Penn State Abington, will speak on the role of belonging in DEI efforts at University Park on June 15.
Aneesah Smith and Boni Wozolek, leaders of diversity initiatives at Penn State Abington, were named influential figures in Pennsylvania's LBGTQ+ community.
Aneesah Smith and Boni Wozolek, leaders of diversity initiatives at Penn State Abington, were named influential figures in Pennsylvania's LBGTQ+ community.
Penn State Abington transfer student Mark Tyler said the diversity of the campus and the relationships he has forged support him personally and with his professional goals.
Penn State Abington transfer student Mark Tyler said the diversity of the campus and the relationships he has forged support him personally and with his professional goals.
Penn State Abington students attended the diversity networking event prior to the fall Career and Internship Fair so they could connect with recruiters in a more intimate atmosphere. The campus Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Career and Professional Development hosted the event, which was sponsored by Enterprise Holdings.
Boni Wozolek, assistant professor of education, is the first cabinet-level director of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence at Penn State Abington. She is charged with enhancing an equitable environment for faculty and staff and bridging the academic and student experience.
Aneesah Smith (center), director of diversity, equity and inclusion at Penn State Abington, celebrates National Coming Out Week with students on the Sutherland Plaza. Events were sponsored by the campus' Queer Student Alliance, ODEI and Abington Campus Entertainment