Laura discusses the impacts of recent executive actions on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives with Dr. Marybeth Gasman, Director of the Center for Minority Serving Institutions at Rutgers University. Dr. Gasman shares the challenges faced by her center following an executive order that resulted in the cancellation of a virtual conference on registered apprenticeships. She emphasizes the importance of proper crisis management, effective communication, and strategic funding to navigate such disruptions. Additionally, Dr. Gasman highlights the center’s dedication to supporting minority-serving institutions and their innovative programs, including a new research and innovation fellowship aimed at tackling community issues. The conversation also touches on the personal and professional impacts of these challenges, reinforcing the need for leadership training and resilience in academia.
To connect with Dr. De Veau’s Guest, Dr. Gasman: https://gse.rutgers.edu/faculty/marybeth-gasman/
To learn more about the Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions: https://cmsi.gse.rutgers.edu/
To connect with Dr. De Veau and learn more about her Substack, her book and more: https://linktr.ee/deveautrain
Topics
00:51 Meet Dr. Marybeth Gasman
01:07 Impact of Executive Orders on DEI Initiatives
02:38 Navigating Professional and Ethical Travel Choices
02:47 Exploring Philadelphia's Culinary Scene
04:32 Introduction to the Center for Minority Serving Institutions
06:13 Challenges and Successes of the Center
09:12 The Canceled Conference: Background and Impact
14:55 Misunderstandings and Media Reactions
24:15 Engaging with Social Media
24:47 Facing Criticism from the Left
26:13 Advice on Handling Executive Orders
27:42 Crisis Communication Strategies
29:53 Leadership and Crisis Management
30:57 Funding and Budgeting in Higher Ed
33:16 Training and Support for Leaders
35:48 Challenges in Academic Leadership
41:19 Rutgers' Approach to Center Reviews
43:55 Looking Forward: Exciting Projects
45:39 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
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