WOC Honorarium Fund
Project Summary:
The WOC Honorarium Fund, led by students in partnership with the School of Earth and Sustainability, establishes an inter-departmental seminar series to amplify the voices of historically underrepresented scholars. By providing equitable compensation and travel stipends, this initiative brings two early-career Women of Color experts in sustainability and environmental science to the Northern Arizona University campus. The project is a collaborative effort involving the Environmental Sciences & Policy Graduate Student Organization, the Wyss Scholars Program, and the Native American Cultural Center, which is hosting a welcome gathering and indigenous meal for the speakers. By addressing systemic biases in academic speaking invitations, the fund actively fosters a culture of environmental justice, expands student networking opportunities, and ensures that NAU’s diverse student body sees themselves represented in scientific leadership.
Project Lead:
Iris J. Garthwaite
Project Advisor:
Dr. Clare Aslan
Date:
02/22/2022
Funding Amount:
$3,175
Department:
School of Earth and Sustainability