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Duke Athletics Hosts Panel Discussion in Celebration of Black History Month
2/19/2024 11:26:00 AM | Athletics
Current and former Duke student-athletes gathered in Scharf Hall on Feb. 13, to conduct a panel discussion about the evolution of the Black student-athlete experience at Duke.
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The panel, titled "Strides for Change," was moderated by current Duke student-athletes Job Trahan of track and field and Christina Barrow of volleyball. The panelists - Kwasi Bonsu (wrestling), Angel Thompson Brown (lacrosse), Dez Johnson (football), Jade Ellis (track and field), Deja Davis (softball) and Keith Daniel (football) - openly shared their experiences and expressed gratitude and optimism about the enhanced social and mental health support services provided to current Duke student-athletes.
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The event is part of Duke Athletics' Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging committee programming in celebration of Black History Month.
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The DEIB committee also hosted Duke Athletics' fourth annual MLK Unity Rally in KVille on Jan. 15, as attendees listened to the insightful perspectives of Dr. Aaron Goodson, Sydney Smith (lacrosse), Placide Djungu-Sungu (football), and Professor Mary D. Williams.
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To learn more about Duke Athletics' commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, visit GoDuke.com
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING
Duke Athletics is committed to cultivating and promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals.
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The panel, titled "Strides for Change," was moderated by current Duke student-athletes Job Trahan of track and field and Christina Barrow of volleyball. The panelists - Kwasi Bonsu (wrestling), Angel Thompson Brown (lacrosse), Dez Johnson (football), Jade Ellis (track and field), Deja Davis (softball) and Keith Daniel (football) - openly shared their experiences and expressed gratitude and optimism about the enhanced social and mental health support services provided to current Duke student-athletes.
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The event is part of Duke Athletics' Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging committee programming in celebration of Black History Month.
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The DEIB committee also hosted Duke Athletics' fourth annual MLK Unity Rally in KVille on Jan. 15, as attendees listened to the insightful perspectives of Dr. Aaron Goodson, Sydney Smith (lacrosse), Placide Djungu-Sungu (football), and Professor Mary D. Williams.
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To learn more about Duke Athletics' commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, visit GoDuke.com
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING
Duke Athletics is committed to cultivating and promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals.
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