The Center for Proposal Development Presents: Minority Serving Institutions: History, Purpose, Impact, and Contemporary Relevance. The event will be at Friday, May 10, 12-2 p.m. Join online or in person at Trinity Hall.

Jasmine Parker, senior director of employee and cultural engagement at Dallas College, will delve into the significance of Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) by exploring their historical context, purposes, societal impact, and reasons why they are crucial in the contemporary educational landscape. By examining the evolution of MSIs, their unique contributions, challenges, and the current socio-political climate, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the necessity and relevance of MSIs today.

This workshop is open to any UTA faculty, staff, or students interested in Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees. Please complete the RSVP form by Wednesday, May 8, for additional meeting information and to be included in the lunch order. Contact elissa.williams@uta.edu if you have any issues.

Two business days after the event, you can view a recording of the talk on the following website: https://www.uta.edu/research/administration/grant-and-contract-services.