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“All In at Penn State” initiative kicks off with Oct. 6 event

graphic image with four individuals and text "we are all in" across each image

On Oct. 6 the Penn State community will come together to kick off an ongoing University-wide initiative that brings students, faculty, and staff together to show their commitment to cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment — respectful of everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, abilities, background, veteran’s status, political beliefs, and all the ways we differ.

“All In at Penn State: A Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion” will begin with a public event at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6, in front of Old Main. The event will include remarks from President Eric Barron and Vice Provost for Educational Equity Marcus Whitehurst, along with music from the Essence of Joy choir; remarks by faculty member Susan Russell and undergraduate student Jin Brooke; and the announcement of a new “All In” Achievement Award to recognize a Penn State student, faculty, or staff member who has made a significant contribution to the yearlong celebration and whose life and work embody diversity, inclusion, and equity in all of its forms.

The Oct. 6 kick-off event will feature a unique multi-media presentation that will be shown across the front of Old Main and will highlight Penn State’s history, reflect on ways the University can foster dialogue and respect, and ask individuals “Are you all in?” — seeking acknowledgement that diversity, inclusion and equity must continue to be among the core values that drive Penn State’s future. The question also is meant to inspire action by community members to impact the world in positive and enduring ways through the creation of a welcoming and accepting environment.

Events will continue throughout the year, including National Coming Out Week Oct. 10-14; a First Amendment panel discussion Oct. 27 in the HUB-Robeson Center on the University Park campus; Military Appreciation Week Nov. 4-13; Black History Month in February; and more. The “All In” calendar is available online at http://equity.psu.edu/allin-calendar.

The full article is available on the Penn State News website.