Equity & Diversity Awards

Josie R. Johnson Award

The Josie R. Johnson Award was established to recognize Dr. Josie R. Johnson’s lifelong contributions to human rights and social justice both within and beyond her tenure at the University of Minnesota. The purpose of this award is to honor University of Minnesota faculty, staff, and students who exemplify Dr. Johnson’s commitment to creating respectful and inclusive living, learning, and working environments.

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Outstanding Unit Award

The Outstanding Unit Award for Equity and Diversity honors exemplary campuses, colleges, departments, or units demonstrating leadership in equity and diversity work. The award highlights units working to bring transformational and sustainable change to the University of Minnesota. Awardees will be honored at the University of Minnesota Equity and Diversity Breakfast in November 2024.

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Josie R. Johnson Award

Outstanding Unit Award

Scholarly Excellence in Equity & Diversity (SEED) Award

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Equity & Diversity Awards

Josie R. Johnson Award

Outstanding Unit Award

Scholarly Excellence in Equity & Diversity (SEED) Award

Office for Equity & Diversity

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