His five-year term

The effort is part of an international push to mark the fifth anniversay of the accord

Other topics included an update on diversity initiatives and approval of a new dance degree

He also hopes for further progress toward a more inclusive campus next year

Emmanuel Akyeampong will discuss ties among Africans and African Americans

The board will hold another meeting and take comments from the public Nov. 17

Ruth Simmons is the next guest for the African American Workshop and Lecture Series

Reforms include shifting to a community service approach with fewer armed officers

He calls on faculty, staff and students to reject hate and vitriol and embrace understanding

Campus efforts will continue following an executive order on diversity training