The Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award, presented at the Spring Honors Convocation, recognizes the work of members of the College community for their contributions in the following areas:

• Enrichment of the educational experience by providing students and/or faculty and/or staff with the opportunity to learn from individuals who differ from them.
  
  

• Strengthening of the workplace and/or learning community by fostering mutual respect and teamwork.
  
  

• Promotion of personal growth by challenging stereotyped preconceptions and helping faculty and/or staff and/or students to learn to communicate effectively with people of varied backgrounds.
  
  

• Enhancement of the College climate for staff and/or students and/or faculty by helping to generate awareness and appreciation of our increasingly diverse cultures.
  
  

• Contribution to the recruitment and retention of a diverse cohort of staff and/or faculty and/or students.

2008 Recipients

Faculty
Dr. Mabry M. O'Donnell

Student
Ryan D. Wright