Building Diversity in IT

Friday, February 24, 2012 | 10:30AM–11:15AM | Galleria South, Ballroom Level
Session Type: Professional Development
The recent CNN special Black in America, the New Promised Land: Silicon Valley brings the question of diversity in entrepreneurship and high-tech start-ups to the forefront and asks questions about how we can systemically improve diversity in tech start-ups. Our question is, How can we systemically improve diversity in higher education IT across all staff levels, from entry level to key leadership? Attend this important panel discussion to see clips from the special, hear a variety of points of view, and share your ideas. This session is sponsored by the EDUCAUSE Diversity in IT Constituent Group.

Presenters

  • Marilyn Delmont

    Interim Vice Chancellor and IT Strategist (former), Nevada System of Higher Education