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In College and Life, Greater Diversity Makes Us Better
In an essay excerpted from her Oct. 3, 2015, inaugural address, President Valerie Smith says, “The future of our democracy depends upon our ability to create inclusive and equitable communities to which everyone is invited to contribute their ideas, gifts, and enthusiasms.” More from In College and Life, Greater Diversity Makes Us Better
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President Valerie Smith Receives Honorary Degree
President Valerie Smith received an honorary doctor of letters from Hong Kong Baptist University, in recognition of a dynamic first year at Swarthmore. More from President Valerie Smith Receives Honorary Degree
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President Valerie Smith on Listening Before You Lead
An interview with President Valerie Smith. More from President Valerie Smith on Listening Before You Lead
In College and Life, Greater Diversity Makes Us Better
In an essay excerpted from her Oct. 3, 2015, inaugural address, President Valerie Smith says, “The future of our democracy depends upon our ability to create inclusive and equitable communities to which everyone is invited to contribute their ideas, gifts, and enthusiasms.” More from In College and Life, Greater Diversity Makes Us Better