Publication Date
4-2-2021
Abstract
JOHNSON CITY (April 2, 2021) – “Fostering Inclusion and Belonging for Our ETSU Diverse Populations” is the focus of a free virtual talk by Carshonda Martin at East Tennessee State University on Wednesday, April 7, at noon via Zoom.
Carshonda Martin
Martin, who joined the ETSU staff in 2009, is director of the university's Mary V. Jordan Multicultural Center. She is pursuing an Ed.D. at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga.In this talk, which is part of the “Women on Wednesdays” lecture series sponsored by the ETSU Women’s Studies Program, Martin will share efforts and strategies that can be used by the university community to create an open and inclusive campus environment that promotes success for the diverse student population. The meeting ID is 958 0607 6152.
As director of the Mary V. Jordan Multicultural Center at ETSU, Martin has implemented Access and Success Programs that enhance a sense of belonging and inclusion for underrepresented students by providing continuous academic and social support inside and outside of the classroom. The Access and Success Programs transform recruitment and summer bridge programs into educational communities to create a sustainable impact on student success and completion to graduation.
Along with sharing examples of the activities associated with this program during her lecture, Martin will highlight the accomplishments, challenges and barriers experienced throughout this process. Students will participate in this discussion.
Martin earned her master of professional studies degree in strategic leadership from ETSU in 2012 and is currently pursuing her Ed.D. in leadership and learning at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga. She began working at ETSU in 2009 and has held various roles in Enrollment Services, Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, and Equity and Inclusion. As a first-generation college student, Martin is passionate about helping underrepresented students gain access to higher education and further success.
The “Women on Wednesdays” series is designed to raise awareness about the research, scholarship and community engagement conducted by women at ETSU; to provide a venue where women on campus and in the community can discuss and support each other’s work; and to give students an opportunity to meet faculty who could become mentors for their studies.
For more information, contact Dr. Phyllis Thompson, ETSU director of Women’s Studies, at 423-439-4125 or thompsop@etsu.edu.
Document Type
News Article
