Are you a graduate student passionate about promoting diversity and inclusivity in
academia? We're excited to announce an incredible opportunity for you to make a
difference in the LGBTQ+ community.
About: The
"Diversity No Matter What"
initiative is focused on creating a small cohort of WVU graduate students
to be involved in peer support during Fall 2023 - Spring 2024. This initiative
is led by the
WVU LGBTQ+ Center and funded by the
WV Higher Education Policy Commission. The goal is to promote retention and
graduation of graduate students through community building.
Title: Diversity No Matter What: LGBTQ+ Office Graduate Students Cohort
Purpose: This grant aims to support and empower graduate students who
are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the LGBTQ+ community
and beyond.
Black and Brown LGBTQ+ students are strongly encouraged to apply.
Eligibility: Open to all WVU graduate students with a strong interest in LGBTQ+ issues and advocacy.
Application Deadline: 9/30/2023
Eligibility: Open to all WVU graduate students with a strong interest in LGBTQ+ issues and advocacy.
Application Deadline: 9/30/2023
Selection Emails Out: 10/6/2023
Why Apply? Students in the cohort will have the opportunity to:
- Be paired with a mentor
- Set short-term and long-term academic goals
- Receive peer encouragement and feedback
- Meet on a regular basis to work together and celebrate achievements
Make a Difference - Apply Today! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to drive positive
change within the LGBTQ+ community. Apply for the "Diversity No Matter What" Graduate
Student Cohort Peer Support and be a part of the movement to promote diversity
and inclusion, no matter what challenges come our way. Let's create a world where
diversity is celebrated, embraced, and valued, no matter what! 🏳️🌈
Register here:
LINK
before
9/30/23. Decision about the participants will be informed via email on Friday,
October 6, 2023.