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jordanackermi.bsky.social
We did not "cave" on DEI. The decision to reimagine DEI as something different and more effective was made in October. Our DEI department was ineffective, did not improve outcomes across the University. We spent a lot of taxpayer and tuition money and it..didn't work. That's okay!
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
Spotted at the #WeAreDEI March!
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/arti...
Don’t Believe the Critics of DEI: Racial Classifications Can Promote Belonging and Understanding
It is important to remember that the historical context for banning racial discrimination is inextricably connected to the discrimination and violence Black people faced during the Civil Rights Era.
www.diverseeducation.com
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
Just so we are clear, the “purposes for which the NAC was created” have NOT been fulfilled.
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
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Great piece by Dr. Kevin Cokley
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/black-psychology-matters/202502/challenging-deficit-views-of-black-people
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Reposted by: Germine H. Awad

thanhneville.medsky.social
I just joined @drsforamerica.bsky.social, "an organization representing 27,000 physicians & medical students that filed a lawsuit against multiple federal agencies over the removal of public health information & health-related data from gov't websites." So glad to see efforts to fight back. #medsky
Doctors sue Trump administration for scrubbing data from government sites
Doctors For America filed a lawsuit against multiple federal agencies over the removal of public health information from government websites.
www.newsweek.com
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
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10 psychologists of color at the forefront of racial equity
These notable psychologists have made significant and inspiring contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field.
at.apa.org
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
Thanks for the shout out! 🫶
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hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social
Wait.

The price of eggs and the cost of living was supposed to go down.

Not up.
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sifill.bsky.social
Heads up! The @aclu.org Immigrant Rights Project has an EXCELLENT online resource available in multiple languages to walk immigrants or advocates through various scenarios of encounters with immigration officials or police. It includes contact #s for local ACLU offices.

www.aclu.org/know-your-ri...
Know Your Rights | Immigrants' Rights | ACLU
Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them.
www.aclu.org
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chronicle.com
Possibly out: research prioritizing DEI, gain-of-function experiments. Possibly in: alternative health research, campus free-speech rankings, anti-fraud efforts. chroni.cl/40WgkYx
Here’s How Science Funding Could Change Under Trump
Trump’s nominees have big plans for remaking the federal health agencies, with consequences for university scientists who receive billions in funding.
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
www.michigandaily.com/news/adminis...
SACUA organizes rally to condemn Regents' DEI plans
Over 500 people gathered in the Diag on to call on the Regents to stop their possible plan to defund DEI, which they will vote for on Dec. 5.
www.michigandaily.com
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
www.mlive.com/news/ann-arb...
Feared DEI cuts prompt faculty pushback at University of Michigan
Faculty have planned multiple protests on the Ann Arbor campus this week after Board of Regents members have internally discussed changes to the university's diversity, equity and inclusion strategy.
www.mlive.com
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
www.patheos.com/blogs/anxiou...
DEI at the University of Michigan: What Went Right?
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at the University of Michigan are a “failure”—at least according to the New York Times. As an October The University of Michigan’s DEI programs have ...
www.patheos.com
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
"Using Black students to criticize and ultimately undermine DEI efforts is operating in bad faith. The NYT article failed in its journalistic integrity by not presenting a more balanced view of what has gone right with DEI at the University of Michigan"

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http://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15708972/black-students-to-criticize-dei-is-a-cynical-and-disingenuous-tactic
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by Germine H. Awad

drgigiawad.bsky.social
www.chronicle.com/article/is-d...
Is DEI in the Crosshairs at the U. of Michigan?
In the aftermath of a critical <i>New York Times</i> story, faculty leaders fear regents are considering cuts to one of the nation’s most unapologetically ambitious models.
www.chronicle.com
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aliyahrkhan.bsky.social
Mark your calendars! The University of Michigan Global Islamic Studies Center (GISC) presents: “Flash Talks & Tea: What’s New in Islamic Studies?” ft. U-M profs. At the new CupsnChai Ann Arbor café, Tuesday 11/19 @ 6pm! RSVP: bit.ly/FlashTalks24
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