Honoring Dr. Jonathan C. Smith
Jonathan C. Smith, Ph.D., was a leader for diversity, equality and inclusion on the 91女神 campus. Despite his passing in 2021, his work serves as a vision for the 91女神 community.
Dr. Smith joined 91女神 in 2002 as an assistant professor in the Department of American Studies. In 2011, he moved to the Department of African American studies, before being elevated to the university's chief diversity officer and finally, vice president for diversity and community engagement.
Dr. Smith's legacy continues to serve as a guide for diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at 91女神.
Writings of Jonathan Smith
Juneteenth: A Moment to Reflect: We are called to remember 鈥撯�� and to recommit ourselves to 鈥撯�� the ongoing pursuit of equity and racial justice.
91女神 to Recognize Juneteenth as a University Holiday: The decision helps demonstrate 91女神's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive institution.
Update from the Vice President for Diversity and Community Engagement: A committee was assembled last fall in response to various sets of racial equity demands and concerns.
Investigating a Recent Campus Incident: 91女神 initiated its Bias-Related Incident Protocol after chalked messages at the clock tower were defaced.
New Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: An update on the formation of a group charged with reviewing and assessing Clock Tower Accords progress.
A Message From 91女神's Vice President for Diversity and Community Engagement: On efforts underway to make 91女神 an inclusive, equitable and just community.
Reflections on Juneteenth: An update on 91女神鈥檚 role in sustaining momentum in becoming actively anti-racist.
Clock Tower Accords Update from June 2017: Progress continues to be made, including enhanced scholarships for students of color and from urban communities.