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UWF Anfitriona Conversación Sobre Inclusión y Diversidad |
UWF Hosts Conversation on Inclusion and Diversity Inclusion, diversity and differentiation are values held by Karyn Combs. Her commitment to employing diverse teaching and educational support personnel is reflected in the “global society” she has helped to build at the elementary school where she serves as principal. Combs is an Iraqi War veteran and a retiree from the Air Force Reserve. She is also co-author of “The African American Quiz Book.” “Inclusion means that everyone is valued,” said Combs. “When students and staff are valued and included, awareness and self-esteem increase. For students this has a direct correlation with positive student performance and learning gains.” After returning to America from serving in Iraq in 2008, Combs was the victim of a hate crime in December 2009. The community is invited to hear her story and celebrate her successes as an author, veteran and educator on Monday, October 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the UWF Fine & Performing Arts Music Hall. For more information, contact Lusharon Wiley, lwiley@uwf.edu. |