Task Force Updates

Atlanta leaders express commitment to DEI efforts

October 2023 — Last month, at the Focus: Atlanta 2022-2023 Launch Conference, public and private leaders gathered to discuss how Atlanta’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion has become one of its biggest strengths and why this focus will remain essential in continuing to drive the economy forward.  Atlanta is known for being one of the most diverse […]

New Intercultural Center supports community and belonging

Oglethorpe University’s first-ever Intercultural Center is now open to the campus community. Located on the second floor of the Turner Lynch Campus Center, the student-focused collaboration space will be home to community events with a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the year. The new Intercultural Center is many things all at once: a place […]

Strategic Plan grants support 11 on-campus initiatives

Oglethorpe University’s Strategic Initiative Committee has announced the recipients of $100,000 in grant funding for projects supporting the university’s 2022-2027 Strategic Plan. Eleven initiatives, outlined by Oglethorpe faculty, staff and students, were greenlit by the committee in early summer and will be implemented throughout the next academic year. The approved proposals support a breadth of […]

Zacarias named first ever Oglethorpe Intercultural Center director

The founding director of the new Oglethorpe University Intercultural Center will be Marisol Zacarias who brings a proven track record of intercultural engagement for such organizations as Reach for Excellence, Agnes Scott College and the Posse Foundation. The Oglethorpe community is invited to a meet-and-greet with Zacarias at 1 p.m., May 9, in the Cousins […]

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force Announces New Members

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force memberwork with the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Dr. Laura Renée Chandler to identify, develop, and implement strategies that move the university forward.

OU brings Petrel Pride to Atlanta Pride 2022

Oglethorpe University students, faculty and staff joined the City of Atlanta for one of the largest celebrations of the LGBTQ+ community in the country: Atlanta Pride.

President Ladany shows support for DACA students, joins call for action

Oglethorpe University President Nick Ladany stands by the Oglethorpe students and students across the country whose immigration status is covered by the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

2022 National Day of Racial Healing

Tuesday, January 18, 2022, is the National Day of Racial Healing (NDORH). On this day, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) and over 170 member institutions come together to engage in transformational and sustainable change against all forms of racial, ethnic, and religious bias. Those observing the day are […]

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force announces new members

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force plays a crucial role in creating and sustaining an inclusive campus community. Members work with the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Dr. Laura Renée Chandler to identify, develop, and implement strategies that move the university forward. This fall, new members of the DEI Task Force were selected […]

President Ladany issues letter in support of DACA

Ms. Samantha DeshommesChief, Regulatory Coordination DivisionOffice of Policy and StrategyU.S. Citizenship and Immigration ServicesDepartment of Homeland Security5900 Capital Gateway DriveCamp Springs, MD 20746 Re: DHS Docket No 2021-0006, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Dear Ms. Deshommes: As the President of Oglethorpe University, I submit this comment letter in response to the U.S. Department of Homeland […]