The UMB Pulse graphic with Diane Forbes Berthoud

In the first of a two-part conversation with Diane Forbes Berthoud, PhD, MA, (2:07) we're introduced to her journey from being a young Jamaican girl inspired by her parents (5:04) and encouraged to go beyond teaching (8:56) to becoming University of Maryland, Baltimore's first chief equity, diversity, and inclusion officer and vice president (16:39). We'll also learn more about plans to staff her office (33:05) and upcoming events to meet Forbes Berthoud (35:57). As always, don't forget your Pulse Check (00:45)!

During the second part of the conversation, which will be available Thursday, Oct. 7, Forbes Berthoud details how universities and institutions can use data and strategic planning and other considerations to evaluate and implement strategies for equity, diversity, and inclusion on campus.

Listen to the episode at umaryland.edu/pulse, or search and subscribe to “The UMB Pulse” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, and iHeartRadio.

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