Diversity in the College of Arts and Sciences
Our Vision
The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to nurturing and upholding a diverse, equitable and inclusive community of faculty, staff and students. The climate we stand by embraces, honors and leverages the uniqueness and value of people’s differences. Our vision is for all members of the College to be respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equitable access to opportunities for achieving their fullest potential at Carolina. We strive for staff, faculty and students to both benefit from and take ownership in cultivating such a community.
Activities
Two professors named newest ‘Working on Women in Science’ initiative scholars
Professors Laura Mersini-Houghton in the physics and astronomy department and Karin Pfennig in the biology department will serve two-year terms as WOWS Scholars and receive annual grants to pursue initiatives of their choosing.
‘Root shock’
Graduate student Ari Green is studying the experiences of Black people being displaced from their homes and communities in three urban areas.
Musicologist makes case for national hymn
Carolina music professor Naomi André wants Americans to know more about the song “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”