These last few months leading up to the election have condensed years of simmering politicized tensions among our communities into one pivotal voting moment. And, when it's all said and done, we have to return to work. In light of this reality, I figure that now would be the time to offer up some communal self-care advice for navigating this post-election cycle environment in the workplace that Tim Walz would best characterize as "weird."

A recent Dragons' Den episode ignited a debate on cultural sensitivity in business when entrepreneurs pitched a boba tea product without acknowledging its Asian heritage. This incident, highlighted by Marvel actor Simu Liu, underscores the importance of balancing financial goals with cultural respect. In the upcoming article, I explore key lessons everyone can learn from this controversy.

Despite recent headlines, DEI is far from dead—it’s being forced to evolve. This article explains how and why DEI remains vital and why the work has to continue despite the distracting headlines. Enjoy!

On May 23, 2024 the UNC System Board of Governors formally passed the repeal of Section 300.8.5 of the UNC Policy Manual, Policy on Diversity and Inclusion Within the University of North Carolina, and 300.8.5[R] of the UNC Policy Manual, Regulation on Diversity and Inclusion Within the University of North Carolina, and replace them with the superseding Section 300.8.5 of the UNC Policy Manual, Equality Within the University of North Carolina. This move essentially dissolved the mandatory chief diversity officer role and its associated offices of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the UNC System. As this transition process is being completed, I'd like to personally thank each and every one of you for supporting our vision of inclusive excellence in seeing this work as a shared responsibility in educating, inspiring, and empowering communities to champion humanity, care and dignity for all.