Reaffirming Emerson’s Values
As our nation wraps up another celebration of its independence, I want to take a moment to reflect on and reaffirm Emerson’s values, as they relate to freedom, equality, and equity.
The Evolution of Emerson Pride: Part 2
The second in a two-part timeline of LGBTQIA+ life at Emerson: 2000s-today.
Reflecting on Juneteenth: A Message from the President
While Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation from slavery, it also reminds us that words alone – or the naming of a holiday – will not bring about equal justice in our country.
Innovation for Impact Expands to Seven Summer Weeks
Innovation for Impact program directors Tim Gunn and Sharon Topper answer questions regarding the summer iteration of the entrepreneurial program.
Antiracist Faith Leader Shares Lessons in Intersectionality
McCoy was invited to deliver the keynote speech for this year’s Social Justice Academy, an initiative of Intercultural Student Affairs and the Center for Spiritual Life, with a theme this year of intersectionality in social justice.
Spirit, Kindness Awards Go to Three Students
Marieska Luzada ’23 and Jo Malicdem ’23 shared the Tom Cooper Spirit of Emerson Award, and Drew Genova won the Robert Colby Kindness Award.
Social Justice Academy: Yavilah McCoy
Yavilah McCoy is a pioneer of the Jewish diversity and equity movement, and an advocate and mentor for the empowerment of a transglobal community of Jews of Color. A renowned … Continue Reading Social Justice Academy: Yavilah McCoy
Social Justice Academy: Yavilah McCoy
Yavilah McCoy is a pioneer of the Jewish diversity and equity movement, and an advocate and mentor for the empowerment of a transglobal community of Jews of Color. A renowned … Continue Reading Social Justice Academy: Yavilah McCoy
Yavilah McCoy and Upcoming Observances
Next week, the Social Justice Academy, in collaboration with Intercultural Student Affairs and the Center for Spiritual Life, will host Yavilah McCoy for a 2-day visit centered on the theme of “Deepening Equity and Justice Across Intersections of Racism & Antisemitism.”
College Highlights Financial Aid Resources to Offset Tuition Increase
Emerson Today recently spoke with Ruthanne Madsen, Vice President for Enrollment at Emerson, about the recent tuition increase and what the College has done to lessen the impact for students and their families.