Tag: diversity and inclusion

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New U.S. GEM Report Offers First Look at Pandemic’s Impact on Entrepreneurship
New U.S. GEM Report Offers First Look at Pandemic’s Impact on Entrepreneurship » New research from Babson College’s Global Entrepreneurship Monitor shows that more than one-half of entrepreneurs reported new business opportunities spurred by COVID-19.
By Eric Beato September 8, 2021
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Building a More Diverse Pipeline, from the MBA to the Boardroom and Beyond
Building a More Diverse Pipeline, from the MBA to the Boardroom and Beyond » Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT) is a career development organization that seeks to equip minorities with the skills to be successful in business school and beyond.
By Leslie Macmillan August 10, 2021
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New Olympic Sports Offer Golden Opportunity for Greater Diversity
New Olympic Sports Offer Golden Opportunity for Greater Diversity » The 2021 Olympic Games brought the addition of four new sports, offering an opportunity for greater diversity, equity, and inclusion.
By Bryan Lipiner August 9, 2021
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Babson’s New Board Chair and the Power of Creating Opportunities
Babson’s New Board Chair and the Power of Creating Opportunities » Jeffery Perry ’87, P’23 brings a wealth of experiences and a unique perspective as an alumnus and parent of a student to his new role as chair of the Babson Board of Trustees.
By Eric Beato August 4, 2021
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Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, and How We Can Close the Revenue Gap
Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, and How We Can Close the Revenue Gap » Black Women's Equal Pay Day brings awareness to a socioeconomic impediment that requires the expertise of entrepreneurial leaders.
By Bryan Lipiner August 3, 2021
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Patrick Hale: Amplifying All Students’ Voices
From Babson Magazine
Patrick Hale: Amplifying All Students’ Voices » The director of Babson’s Multicultural and Identity Programs reflects on supporting students during trying times and the intersection of entrepreneurial leadership and DE&I.
By Eric Beato July 26, 2021
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Associate Professor Lakshmi Balachandra Works to Close Gender VC Gap at Federal Level
Associate Professor Lakshmi Balachandra Works to Close Gender VC Gap at Federal Level » As the inaugural innovation fellow at the National Science Foundation, Associate Professor Lakshmi Balachandra is striving to help close the capital investment gender gap through federal policy.
By Bryan Lipiner July 21, 2021
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Being Out in Business School
Being Out in Business School » To be open about one’s true self isn’t always easy, particularly in the business world. Working with organizations such as ROMBA and the Out Network, alumni describe how Babson’s supportive LGBTQ+ community seeks to change that.
By John Crawford July 7, 2021
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Taking His Expertise in Environmental Justice to the White House
Taking His Expertise in Environmental Justice to the White House » Recently appointed to a White House Environmental Justice Council, Kyle Whyte ’01 has brought his unique perspectives to the federal level.
By Bryan Lipiner June 29, 2021
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An Activist, Entrepreneurial Leader, and Even a Poet: Meet Demarre Johnson ’24
An Activist, Entrepreneurial Leader, and Even a Poet: Meet Demarre Johnson ’24 » As student speaker at the College’s Juneteenth celebration, Demarre Johnson ’24 demonstrated his passion for leadership and public speaking to spark change.
By Bryan Lipiner June 24, 2021
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5 Questions on Redesigning the Babson Pride Logo
5 Questions on Redesigning the Babson Pride Logo » Ryan Findling ’23, who helped lead the rebranding of Babson Pride, discusses what the logo represents and how the group promotes inclusivity and supports students.
By Genevieve Rajewski June 21, 2021
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The Tulsa race massacre, Juneteenth, Stonewall: Rethinking and Restoring History
The Tulsa race massacre, Juneteenth, Stonewall: Rethinking and Restoring History » To rethink historical events that have long been overlooked, we must start with restoration, say three Babson faculty experts.
By Bryan Lipiner June 16, 2021
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How Babson Helped Duruo Murray ’21 Develop His Authentic Self
How Babson Helped Duruo Murray ’21 Develop His Authentic Self » At Babson College, Duruo Murray ’21 was able to become his authentic self, an experience he says he “could not have gotten anywhere else.”
By Bryan Lipiner June 2, 2021
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How Can We Teach Coding to Kids from Underserved Communities?
How Can We Teach Coding to Kids from Underserved Communities? » Embracing entrepreneurial thinking in teaching STEM subjects could help solve the tech industry’s diversity and inclusion problem, says Google’s Calvin Pinney.
By Genevieve Rajewski May 24, 2021
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What It Means to Be a Black Entrepreneurial Leader
What It Means to Be a Black Entrepreneurial Leader » At Babson College’s Black Unity Summit, three entrepreneurial leaders share challenges they’ve overcome and advice for future innovators.
By Bryan Lipiner May 20, 2021
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Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month Brings Greater Awareness Amid Troubling Trend
Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month Brings Greater Awareness Amid Troubling Trend » This Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, we're reminded of the importance of facts and speaking up amid heightened discrimination.
By Bryan Lipiner May 18, 2021
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Pitch-Perfect Research Illustrates Rampant Racism in Soccer
Pitch-Perfect Research Illustrates Rampant Racism in Soccer » In European soccer's fight against racism, Cem Kullukcu ’21 sought to raise awareness through data, and was honored for his research.
By Bryan Lipiner April 27, 2021
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In Their Words: Memorable Moments from Babson Connect: Worldwide
In Their Words: Memorable Moments from Babson Connect: Worldwide » We look back on Babson Connect: Worldwide 2021 and highlight the insights from entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial leaders of all kinds.
By Bryan Lipiner April 23, 2021
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In #StopAsianHate Demonstration, Babson Students Take Action on Escalating Issue This article contains a photo gallery
In #StopAsianHate Demonstration, Babson Students Take Action on Escalating Issue » On April 11, Babson students and community members marched in a demonstration in support of Asian American and Pacific Islander Americans.
By Thought & Action Staff April 14, 2021
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In Teach for America, Charlie Sedlock ’21 Will Help Build Equity in Education
In Teach for America, Charlie Sedlock ’21 Will Help Build Equity in Education » Charlie Sedlock ’21 has been appointed to Teach for America and will educate underprivileged students starting this fall.
By Bryan Lipiner April 1, 2021
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CEO of Babson’s Blank School Exemplifies Why Vision Is Important in Leadership
CEO of Babson’s Blank School Exemplifies Why Vision Is Important in Leadership » In a career spent solving problems as an entrepreneurial leader, Donna Levin, the CEO of Babson’s Blank School, knows the real impact comes by empowering others.
By Eric Beato March 31, 2021
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Convening Conversations About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Convening Conversations About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion » A group of eight Babson College faculty and staff members participated in a training session focused on designing and facilitating dialogues across divides.
By Eric Beato March 25, 2021
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Food Product Caricatures, Rebranding, and the Lessons We Can Learn
Food Product Caricatures, Rebranding, and the Lessons We Can Learn » The rebrands of food products that have long featured Black caricature present an opportunity to address blind spots in our own lives.
By Bryan Lipiner March 1, 2021
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People of Babson: Shakenna Williams ’94
People of Babson: Shakenna Williams ’94 » As director of global initiatives at the Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership, the Babson alumna is at the forefront of creating opportunities for women entrepreneurs, especially Black women.
By Scott Dietz February 26, 2021
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Soprano Shares Her Voice and Perspectives with Babson Community
Soprano Shares Her Voice and Perspectives with Babson Community » Moderating a discussion with opera singer Karen Slack, Curtis Johnson ’23 helps highlight diverse voices and new perspectives on the connections between entrepreneurship and the arts.
By Eric Beato February 25, 2021
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Amanda Strong ’87 Drives Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Babson
Amanda Strong ’87 Drives Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Babson » MLK Leadership Alumni Award winner Amanda Strong ‘87 has helped Babson transform its Board of Trustees to include more diverse perspectives.
By Bryan Lipiner February 25, 2021
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The Enduring Impact of MLK Leadership Award Winners
The Enduring Impact of MLK Leadership Award Winners » Alumni winners of Babson’s Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award continue to honor his legacy and share their thoughts on fulfilling his vision.
By Eric Beato & Bryan Lipiner February 16, 2021
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Drawn by Diversity, She’s Focused on Solving Human Trafficking
Drawn by Diversity, She’s Focused on Solving Human Trafficking » First-generation college student Tiffany Ramsarran ’24 uses diversity background, and Babson resources, to tackle global human trafficking issue.
By Karl Klaussen January 29, 2021
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New Program Accelerates Black Women Entrepreneurial Leaders
New Program Accelerates Black Women Entrepreneurial Leaders » Babson’s Black Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership program fills the need of coaching and mentorship among Black women entrepreneurs.
By Bryan Lipiner January 26, 2021
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Taking Action on Diversity and Inclusion
Taking Action on Diversity and Inclusion » As U.S. chair and senior partner at PwC and co-founder of CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion, Tim Ryan ’88 uses his entrepreneurial skills to raise awareness and effect change.
By Eric Beato January 25, 2021
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Planting the Seeds for Financial Empowerment
Planting the Seeds for Financial Empowerment » Through her nonprofit, Seeds of Fortune, Nitiya Walker ’14 seeks to empower young women of color through financial knowledge.
By John Crawford January 22, 2021
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What Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Means to Babson Students
What Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Means to Babson Students » In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Babson students reflect on his amazing life and how they honor his legacy in their lives.
By John Crawford January 18, 2021
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People of Babson: Saadia Ahmad
People of Babson: Saadia Ahmad » As Babson’s coordinator of conflict resolution and an MBA candidate, Saadia Ahmad constantly seeks to facilitate reconciliation among students, staff, and even businesses and other entities.
By Scott Dietz December 21, 2020
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People of Babson: Larinda Cole
From Babson Magazine
People of Babson: Larinda Cole » The associate director in Babson’s Undergraduate Center for Career Development discusses students’ career readiness, racial justice, and, of course, her love for fashion.
By Eric Beato December 1, 2020
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People of Babson: Lawrence P. Ward
People of Babson: Lawrence P. Ward » The Vice President for Learner Success and Dean of Campus Life reflects on the trying times caused by the pandemic and social injustice, as well as a pair of recent honors recognizing his successes.
By Eric Beato November 24, 2020
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‘Out of Your Comfort Zone’: How International Education Spurs Critical Thinking
‘Out of Your Comfort Zone’: How International Education Spurs Critical Thinking » Understanding other cultures and other communities is key to addressing social injustice around the world and even in our own backyards.
By Bryan Lipiner November 17, 2020
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‘Feeling of Pride’: Student-Led Social Injustice Demonstration This article contains a video
‘Feeling of Pride’: Student-Led Social Injustice Demonstration » On October 16, students, faculty, staff, and College leaders came together in a peaceful march against social injustice on Babson's Wellesley campus.
By Bryan Lipiner October 30, 2020
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Working at Facebook in 2020
Working at Facebook in 2020 » Christopher Maddox ’17 dreams of pursuing entrepreneurship, professorship, and public office. Right now? He’s working, and learning, inside Facebook in a year of social unrest.
By Brianna Radicioni October 29, 2020
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‘Quantum Leap’: Nobel-Winning Scientists Advance Women’s Leadership
‘Quantum Leap’: Nobel-Winning Scientists Advance Women’s Leadership » Two women scientists won the Nobel Prize collectively for the first time Oct. 7, inspiring women for years to come, says Smaiyra Million and Susan Duffy.
By Bryan Lipiner October 26, 2020
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On a Mission to Become ‘The Greatest Entrepreneur of this Generation’
On a Mission to Become ‘The Greatest Entrepreneur of this Generation’ » WeThrive founder Daquan Oliver ’14 has worked to empower disenfranchised youth entrepreneurs, help countless ventures scale, and eliminate oppression.
By Bryan Lipiner October 13, 2020
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Longtime Babson Professor: Ginsburg Paved the Way for Women in Law
Longtime Babson Professor: Ginsburg Paved the Way for Women in Law » Senior Lecturer Cheryl Kirschner says Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s lifelong pursuit of equality positively impacted the futures of women and men, young and old.
By Bryan Lipiner October 1, 2020
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A Generation Forced to Problem Solve May Be Our Best Bet Yet
A Generation Forced to Problem Solve May Be Our Best Bet Yet » Arleny Suarez ’24 and Zarvon Rejaee ’24 have moved onto Babson’s campus for the first time—with huge aspirations, and outlooks unlike any other.
By Brianna Radicioni August 26, 2020
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The Best Entrepreneurial Leadership Traits, According to Mandy Bowman ’12
The Best Entrepreneurial Leadership Traits, According to Mandy Bowman ’12 » Official Black Wall Street founder Mandy Bowman ’12 shared her best entrepreneurial leadership traits as part of Babson’s Summer Catalyst Showcase.
By Bryan Lipiner August 18, 2020
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GEM Data: Black Entrepreneurship Represents Highest Rate in U.S.
GEM Data: Black Entrepreneurship Represents Highest Rate in U.S. » The rate of Black entrepreneurship across the United States has intensified since 2014, and it’s because of innovators like Mandy Bowman ’12.
By Bryan Lipiner August 13, 2020
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The Power of One This article contains a video
The Power of One » There is power in one voice. That’s the message in a video from the Babson College Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Committee.
By Kait Smith Lanthier July 20, 2020
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Reflecting on a Landmark Decision During Pride Month
Reflecting on a Landmark Decision During Pride Month » For Babson’s LGBTQ community, a landmark Supreme Court ruling was a victory that was a long time coming, and it was made extra sweet for having happened during Pride Month.
By John Crawford June 29, 2020
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Hitting the Streets for Black Lives Matter
Hitting the Streets for Black Lives Matter » In the classroom, Professor Fred Opie talks about the organization needed to sustain social movements. Marching for Black Lives Matter, a former student saw that need firsthand.
By John Crawford June 25, 2020
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Babson Celebrates Juneteenth During Historic Black Lives Matter Movement This article contains a video
Babson Celebrates Juneteenth During Historic Black Lives Matter Movement » The Babson community came together to celebrate the commemoration of the end of slavery in the U.S. and to unite in action toward a more inclusive society.
By Brianna Radicioni June 22, 2020
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From the Ground Up: New Faculty Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
From the Ground Up: New Faculty Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion » A new faculty committee will take a hard look at training, teaching, and interacting at Babson with a goal of integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do.
By Brianna Radicioni June 19, 2020
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Babson to Host Community-Wide Juneteenth Ceremony
Babson to Host Community-Wide Juneteenth Ceremony » Babson College will host a virtual Juneteenth celebration to commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S. and to continue to plan a path forward together.
By Bryan Lipiner June 16, 2020
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Babson Students for Black Lives Matter
Babson Students for Black Lives Matter » Babson students have come together, in true entrepreneurial spirit, to think, lead, and act as one, to stand for justice, and to rally support for the Black community.
By Brianna Radicioni June 12, 2020
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At Babson, Students Find Belonging and Community
At Babson, Students Find Belonging and Community » At the Students of Color and Black Student sendoffs, members of the Class of 2020 recounted how they found a home in the Babson College community.
By Bryan Lipiner May 22, 2020
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LGBTQ Community and Allies Celebrated at Babson’s Lavender Graduation
LGBTQ Community and Allies Celebrated at Babson’s Lavender Graduation » The Babson community gathered virtually for Lavender Graduation, a tradition honoring LGBTQ+ and ally students and recognizing their achievements and contributions to the College.
By Kait Smith Lanthier May 14, 2020
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We Need More Women in Finance
We Need More Women in Finance » Diverse work environments lead to greater collaboration, and are why we need more women in finance to achieve better business outcomes.
By Bryan Lipiner March 12, 2020
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Building a BASE of Future Entrepreneurs
Building a BASE of Future Entrepreneurs » A two-year grant and partnership between Babson College and a Boston nonprofit will spur entrepreneurship education opportunities for urban youth.
By Bryan Lipiner March 4, 2020
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At MLK Jr. Legacy Day, a Call to Guide Others
At MLK Jr. Legacy Day, a Call to Guide Others » At Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Day, Steve Pemberton encouraged students to change the world and guide others in a continuous pursuit of a better society.
By Bryan Lipiner February 19, 2020
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An Entrepreneur’s Political Pitch
An Entrepreneur’s Political Pitch » Babson College student Vivian Nguyen ’22 aspires to give a voice to underrepresented groups of her community. That’s why at age 19, she decided to run for Everett City Council.
By Bryan Lipiner November 5, 2019
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One Student’s World of Opportunity
One Student’s World of Opportunity » 2017 Diversity Leadership Award winner Dario Guerrero ’21 shares the life-changing opportunities that have taken him from Lawrence, Mass., to Berlin.
By Jackie Villacci October 23, 2019
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Check Your Blind Spots
Check Your Blind Spots » The Babson community welcomed CEO Action to campus via its “Check Your Blind Spots” mobile tour to change perspectives on diversity and inclusion, and commit to recognizing and changing unconscious biases.
By Brianna Radicioni September 13, 2019
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