Diversity Equity Inclusion

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In his own words: Shuvam Das

November 17, 2023

As an ISPP Scholar, Shuvam Das is appointed with the Illinois Board of Higher Education. His work is significant as he focuses on using data analysis...

In her own words: Theodora Kourkoulou

November 14, 2023

As an ISPP Scholar, Theodora (Dora) Kourkoulou is appointed with the I...

In her own words: Angelique Evans

November 13, 2023

As an ISPP Scholar, Angelique Evans is appointed with the Illinois Black Caucus/ Black Caucus Foundation...

ISPP Director Evangeline Pianfetti with Scroll

A Servant's Heart: The task is arduous, the road is long

November 10, 2023

It’s hard to believe that this summer the Illini Science Policy Program ushered in its fourth cohort of Scholars. In many ways this program, which at...

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News Releases

February 19, 2024

Explore Illini Science Policy Program at the Black & Latinx Summit
URBANA, Ill. — A career in the public sector is about meeting the dynamic needs of Illinois’ diverse populations. The Illini Science Policy Program, administered by University of Illinois Extension,...

A teenage black boy stands in front of a yellow school bus wearing a backpack

January 9, 2024

Skin-deep resilience: Hidden physical health costs for minority youth overcoming adversity
URBANA, Ill. — When youth thrive despite difficult circumstances, they are usually lauded for their accomplishments. However, overcoming adversity may have a hidden physiological cost, especially for minority youth. A new...

diverse group of people on the sandy shore of a lake

March 24, 2023

5 takeaways to advance diversity, equity, inclusion in watershed management
URBANA, Ill. – Achieving clean water goals requires the inclusion of diverse views and considering the equity of impacts and solutions; yet, underrepresented communities don’t always have a voice in watershed planning efforts. At a symposium as part of a 2022 Climate Intersections...

University of Illinois Students present design ideas for Peoria

July 24, 2017

U of I students share ideas to improve Peoria’s southside neighborhood
PEORIA, Ill. – Every minute of every day, our health is affected by the physical design of our homes, schools, workplaces, and indoor/outdoor community spaces. During the spring semester, University of Illinois Extension facilitated a sustained engagement between residents and community leaders...

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