Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Conversations of Understanding

Conversations of Understanding have become a fixture across the SIU System and on our individual campuses. They are a series of exchanges where students, alumni, faculty, staff and the broader SIU communities can share their experiences and thoughts on a variety of themes related to antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion. We want to be recognized as a leader in our region and beyond for our work in fostering an understanding of relevant contemporary issues.

• From SIU to the World: Insights from the Class of 2025- April 22, 2025
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• A Vision for Change: Insights on the African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission - January 23, 2025-
  
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• Faces of Medicine: December 11, 2024
• Delivering on Promises:The Legacy of the Civil Rights Act andEconomic Opportunity Act of 1964, and the 2024 Presidential Election - October 30, 2024
  
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• The Power of Civil Discourse: Strategies for Productive Dialogue - September 19, 2024
  
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• Childcare as a Human Right - March 26, 2024
  
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• No Decision About Us Without Us: Students Perspectives on Student Success - February 26, 2024
  
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• Our Collective Responsibility: Confronting and Counteracting Anti-DEI Policies - November 28, 2023
  
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• Future of Admissions- SIU's Response to the Recent Affirmative Action Decision - October 24, 2023
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• SCOTUS Affirmative Action Ruling: Revisiting Race, Representation,and Equity at SIU - September 19, 2023
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• Effectively Addressing Bias on SIU Campuses-April 18, 2023
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• Elevating Employee Appreciation Across SIU Campuses - March 28, 2023
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• Fostering Welcoming and Belonging on SIU Campuses - February 14, 2023
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• Free Speech and Diversity of Thought - November 16, 2022
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• The Myth of the Most Qualified Applicant - October 25, 2022
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• Campus Climate Finding: Diversity fatigue among faculty, staff, and students on SIU campuses - September 27, 2022
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• Leading Efforts to Advance an Antiracist and Inclusive Campus Community - March 28, 2022
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• Rethinking the African American History of Southern Illinois University - February 15, 2022
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