Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at GSEHD
Making a Difference While Serving Communities Near and Far
The Graduate School of Education and Human Development (GSEHD) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community of scholars and citizens committed to serving diverse populations. We actively embrace individual, group, and social differences to promote equity, accessibility, and excellence for all.
As educators, counselors, and leaders, we are driven by a deep passion for inclusivity, which is the driving force behind our mission to positively impact the lives of those we serve. We firmly believe that our community thrives through open and respectful sharing of ideas, knowledge, and experiences, all of which contribute to the greater good.
Every member of our community is valued, and we are steadfast in our commitment to advancing research, practice, and policy in counseling, education, human and organizational development for all participants, at all levels, and across diverse locations.
GSEHD Alumni Provide Insight on Inclusivity, Diversity, and Accessibility in Education
Four International Education Program (IEP) Alumni (Alison Grimsland, Matt Sacco, Ben Sylla, and William Webber) recently returned to GSEHD discuss their career paths and provide advice to current IEP students.
GSEHD alumna Hala Abdulaziz Aseel highlighted in Arab News
GSEHD alumna Hala Abdulaziz Aseel (master's, Community Counseling) was highlighted in the Arab News article, "The Face: Hala Abdulaziz Aseel, Saudi campaigner for awareness of mental health wellness."
(Image courtesy of Ziyad Alarfaj/Arab News)
Conversations that Matter: Art that Uplifts
Maxine Greene, the noted philosopher of arts, aesthetics, and democracy in education, observed: "Justice, equality, freedom - these are as important to us as the arts, and we believe they can infuse each other, perhaps making some difference at a troubled time."
GSEHD DEI In the News
GSEHD Student Guest on "The Talk on Main Street's" Juneteenth Event
July 9, 2020
The event, featuring doctoral student Tonya Jefferson, was about moving the country forward regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Dr. Peters Published Article in The Counseling Psychologist
July 2, 2020
Dr. Harvey Peters published the article, "Socially Just and Culturally Responsive Within Counseling/Counseling Psychology Leadership: A Grounded Theory."
"Can You See Me? Honoring Black Mental Health During a Double Pandemic" Presented by Dr. Pittman
July 2, 2020
Dr. Delishia Pittman presented on the panel hosted by the DC Psychological Association with Drs. Jessica Smedley and Candice Hargon.
Book Review by Student Kelber Tozini Published in Journal of International Students
July 2, 2020
Tozini reviewed the bood,Global Perspectives on International Student Experiences in Higher Education, written by Dr. Krishna Bista.
Dr. Pittman Awarded 2020 Early Career Psychologist Diversity Award
July 2, 2020
Dr. Delishia Pittman was awarded the 2020 Early Career Psychologist Diversity Award by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP).
GSEHD Student Publishes article on CNN.com: Racism in America: Reflecting on My Role as a Journalist in this Moment
July 2, 2020
Luqman Adeniyi is an Associate Producer at CNN and a student in the Master's in Organizational Leadership and Learning program.
Video Podcast Interview with Dr. Dwayne Kwaysee Wright: Discussing Race in America
June 25, 2020
Dr. Dwayne Kwaysee Wright was interviewed on the Moses's People Speak podcast for Episode 9 discussing "What we should learn from the Amy Cooper video."
Dr. Dortch Interviewed for Online Articles Regarding Educational Equity and Teacher Diversity
June 25, 2020
BestColleges.com and PublicServiceDegrees.com sought Dr. Dortch's expert insight into increasing access for underserved students during the pandemic.