Congratulations to the 2024 DEI Innovation Grant Program Recipients! Your dedication and commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our FSC community are truly commendable. In recognition of your efforts and advocacy to cultivating positive change, we look forward to seeing your initiatives pave the way for a more inclusive culture and profound sense of belonging!  "Diversity doesn't look like anyone. It looks like everyone" --- Karen Draper, writer.

2024 Grant Recipients & Projects

Libros en Espanol

A proposal to create a library within a library will to cater to students who speak Spanish as their first language. Essentially, it will provide an inclusive pathway to further develop and support FSC's HSI campus. Developing a Spanish-language library strengthens an inclusive academic culture where Spanish-speaking students can access resources in their native language, and ultimately feel more valued as an FSC student. 

  • Fatoma Rad, MS LIS, MA HEA
  • Christian Palazzo, Student
  • Jenelle Melendez, Student
  • Kenia Sanchez, Student

Residence Life: Living Learning Community

The Living Learning initiative will promote and foster a sense of belonging where each individual is respected and valued while being their authentic selves. Moreover, FSC residence students will further develop a positive sense of community on campus. 

  • Mahambe Toure, Residence Hall Director

Giving Garden Green House

The Giving Garden Green House is an initiative designed to produce a garden and harvest what is grown for the FSC community. In essence, the project will cultivate a sense of belonging for all participating students, while contributing positively to the campus community and environment. 

  • Kayli Villalta, Student

Complimentary Head Shot Event

A complimentary Head Shot event would benefit the BIPOC student population by providing them with professional resources that they may not otherwise have access to. Obtaining a high-quality head shot is essential for Linkedin profiles, job applications, networking events, and other professional opportunities. Offering a professional service, will allow them to confidently present themselves and enhance chances for success in competitive environments, while reducing the financial burden. Additionally, Facilitating a headshot event can level the playing field, ensuring that students have the same access to professional tools as their peers. 

  • Fatoma Rad, MS LIS, MA HEA
  • Heraclio J. Wyatt III, Student
  • Milan Gayle, Student

National College Women Leader Conference

The purpose of attending the National College Women Leader Conference is intended to equip college female leaders with the skills needed to succeed in future leadership roles. 

  • Arianna Rivera, Student