Abstract

This paper explores the fundamental changes in the administration of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in US institutions. Particularly, it explores the COVID pandemic’s effect on the program’s design and administration. The paper profiles the ground-breaking work being done at Seattle University - a 150-year-old Jesuit institution. It explores the unique relationships forged with the surrounding community while it is transitioning from a very ethnically diverse community to a homogenous one. Still, helping established businesses that wanted to stay members of the community, but were being forced out through rising rent prices. This paper explores the unique relationship between vendors of color and Seattle University that allowed long-term vendors to stay and thrive in the neighborhood.

Presenters

Randy Massengale
Outreach Coordinator, Management, Seattle University RAMP-up Program, Washington, United States

Details

Presentation Type

Innovation Case Studies

Theme

Community Diversity and Governance

KEYWORDS

Vendor Diversity, Gentrification, Creative Financing, Community Relations

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