Diversity & Inclusion
Be inspired to embrace our differences and to create an inclusive campus and society.
Michelle Alexander
Best-selling author of The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness, scheduled for a special 10th anniversary release in January of 2020
- Mass Incarceration;
- Civil Rights;
- Human Rights;
- Race;
- Black History Month
Eric Alva
The decorated Iraq war veteran and LGBTQ rights activist issues a call to action for audiences to embrace diversity and inclusion in business and join the movement for intersectional equality in society.
- Iraq War Veteran;
- Military;
- LGBTQ;
- Equality
Black Lives Matter
The creators of the viral hashtag that sparked a global movement engage audiences in powerful discussion about race relations, social justice and activism in America.
- Police Brutality;
- Racism;
- Social Justice;
- Community Organizer;
- Black History Month
Jamelle Bouie
Jamelle Bouie, a columnist for the New York Times and political analyst for CBS News, covers U.S. politics, public policy, elections, and race.
- Slate;
- CBS;
- Politics;
- Journalist;
- Race
Maria Contreras-Sweet
Former head of the U.S. Small Business Administration, vice president at Westinghouse, and founder of ProAmérica Bank, Maria shares key leadership insights and an economic outlook on what businesses should expect leading up to the 2020 election.
- Entrepreneur;
- Diversity in the Workplace;
- Business Growth;
- Business Leadership;
- Breaking Barriers
Laverne Cox
Known for her groundbreaking role on Orange is the New Black, this transgender actress and advocate demonstrates the potency of living an authentic life.
- Orange is the New Black;
- Transgender;
- Black History Month;
- Advocate;
- Emmy Award
Jackie Cruz
One of the breakout stars of Orange is the New Black, she inspires with her story of overcoming adversity after a near-fatal accident and urges others to purse their dreams in the face of life’s challenges.
- Orange is the New Black;
- Homelessness;
- Overcoming Adversity;
- Actress;
- Musician
Patrisse Cullors
As co-creator of the Black Lives Matter movement, this dedicated activist and artist inspires audiences to organize and stand together in pursuit of social justice.
- #BlackLivesMatter;
- Activist;
- Social Justice;
- Author;
- Black History Month
Nyle DiMarco
This America’s Next Top Model winner and high profile activist for the deaf community inspires audiences to pursue their dreams with his message of self-belief and self-worth.
- America's Next Top Model;
- Dancing With the Stars;
- Activist;
- Overcoming Adversity
Julius "Dr. J" Erving
One of the most charismatic and revolutionary players basketball has ever known, this NBA icon and living legend captivates with game-changing insights on teamwork, preparation and cultivating a champion’s mindset.
- Basketball;
- Teamwork;
- Leadership;
- Popular Culture;
- Black History Month
Payton Head
At the forefront of discussions about race relations on college campuses, the former University of Missouri student body president offers practical strategies for fostering acceptance and diversity.
- Race;
- Black History Month;
- Equality;
- Diversity;
- LGBTQ
Benjamin Jealous
This former NAACP president and CEO galvanizes audiences to action with his candid look at civil rights and social justice in America today.
- NAACP;
- Civil Rights;
- Social Justice;
- Activist;
- Community Organizer