Students learn the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace

National Disability Employment Month is commemorated in October to encourage businesses to reflect on the important role persons with disabilities (PWDs) play in workforce success. This year’s theme, designated by the U.S. Department of Labor, is “Inclusion Drives Innovation.” That theme reflects the essence of the College of Business’ ongoing initiatives to foster diversity and…

Winners announced for 2017 Distinguished Leadership Awards

Leadership Tallahassee, a program of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, announced the 2017 winners of the Distinguished Leadership Awards, presented by Centennial Bank, as well as honored the recipient of this year’s Lifetime Leadership Award Thursday evening. More than 400 community and business leaders attended the sold-out ceremony to recognize individuals who have made a…

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Building an Inclusive University

J.R. Harding was speaking literally when he said that there are doors that open for everyone and some that do not. While a 27-inch doorway is standard, he noted, 32 inches are required to allow for entry by wheelchairs. “You are going to hang a door, that’s a given, so why not make it 32?”…

SB 772:AT Follows the Child

One of the first columns I ever put together was on assistive technology for those who need it for communication. It was based on a 60 Minutes expose highlighting the power of a tablet to open doors to those who, for most of their lives, have been unable to communicate. Since then, I have written…