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In Pursuit of Excellence: Expanding Opportunities for AllA DEI Conversation in the Twin Cities

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Event Details

Gather with Spartans in the Twin Cities and discover how MSU is advancing equity at the university and beyond.

The program features a panel discussion about MSU’s multi-faceted approach to student learning and how you can be a part of positive change to advance opportunities for all. This noteworthy event focuses on MSU’s commitment to DEI through creating out-of-classroom experiences and graduating a diverse workforce. 

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    Date & Time

    Tuesday, April 25, 2023 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. CT

  2. [icon: map] Venue & Address

    Omni Viking Lakes Hotel
    2611 Nordic Way
    Eagan, MN 55121

  3. [icon: money] Price

    There is no cost to attend, but advance registration is required. Hors d'oeuvres and a hosted bar will be provided.

  4. [icon: star] Special Guest(s)

    Leah Beno, ’03
    College of Communication Arts and Sciences
    Anchor/Reporter, FOX 9

    Jabbar R. Bennett, Ph.D.
    Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer, Michigan State University

    Kelly Millenbah, Ph.D., ’93, ’97
    College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
    Professor and Dean, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Michigan State University

    Kendra Spence Cheruvelil, Ph.D., ’00, ’04
    College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
    College of Natural Science
    Professor and Dean, Lyman Briggs College, Michigan State University

    Ashton Henderson, ’10, ’12
    College of Communication Arts and Sciences
    Deputy Athletics Director, Championship Resources, Michigan State University

  5. [icon: info] Note

    Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 18.

    MSU encourages all individuals to participate in our events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact Joslyn Kirby at events@msu.edu or (517) 884-1046.