Daytona Beach Campus

Diversity Speaker Series

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Diversity Speakers Series

Work: 386-226-6668

The Diversity Speakers Series features experts from a variety of faith and cultural backgrounds, discussing issues important to the history and future of the country. It is sponsored by the University Office of Diversity Initiatives.

Unless otherwise noted, all events are free and open to the public and take place at 7:00 p.m. in the Gale Lemerand Auditorium, inside the Willie Miller Instructional Center.

Highlights from Past Events

  • Leroy Eley discussed the Tuskegee Airmen and their role in World War Two.
  • Comedian Elon James offered a satirical look at race, politics and pop-culture in America.
  • Attorney Sara Weddington explained how women have the key skills required to thrive in top leadership positions.
  • A presentation by the Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) featured a discussion on how religiously-minded youth can positively affect community building.