Diversity Equity Inclusion Access

Empowering the next generation to take charge during emergencies is at the heart of the My Preparedness Initiative (MyPI), an award-winning youth preparedness and educational outreach program for teens supported by the University of Illinois Extension. The program, which aims to train youth in...

As an ISPP Scholar, Shreya Joshi is appointed to the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology. Her work focuses on business analytics for work flow efficiencies, especially in crisis situations. Shreya also works with her Extension Mentor to look at ways to better enhance instructor and...

As an ISPP Scholar, Alex Sprinkle is appointed to with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, Juliana Stratton. His work is focused on bolstering the agricultural college and career pathways. Alex shared some insights with me on her work within the ISPP so far.Why did you apply for the...

As an ISPP Scholar, Mary Ojoma is appointed to the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus / Black Caucus Foundation. Her work is focused on enhancing the health and well being of the Black Communities through programs and policies. Mary shared some insights with me on her work within the ISPP so far....

As an ISPP Scholar, Vyshnavi Jetti is appointed to the Illinois Emergency Management Agency - Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS). Her work is focused on enhancing the Illinois Capability Assessment and Tracking Tool (IL-CATT) to improve data collection and analysis, ensuring that quality data...

As an ISPP Scholar, Sami Pierce is appointed with the Congressional Office of Representative Nikki Budzinski. Their work is significant as they are conducting research and developing informational sheets as the Representative tours her district as well as supporting other efforts. They...

As an ISPP Scholar, Marissa Leal is appointed with the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation . Her work is significant as she focuses on helping to support the efforts of the ILLCF including have significant impact on the RAICES report. Marissa shared some thoughts about her role...

As an ISPP Scholar, Stephanie Schnaufer is appointed with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Broadband. Her work is significant as she focuses on helping to develop rules and regulations for the Dig Once Act as well as blending her background in nutrition with...

Each year, I get to work with not only some of the best and brightest individuals who graduate from one of our three campuses, but also who are committed to public service and public policy. This year is no exception. Who would have imagined that under the veil of masks and the unknown of a...

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 to support educational equity in higher education. Shuvam shared some thoughts with me about the ISPP, and his work so far. Why did you...