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Preferred Citation

University Firsts: Diversity and Inclusion at William & Mary oral history collection, Special Collections Research Center, William & Mary Libraries.

Content Description

As William & Mary's population of students, faculty and staff grows, so does its diversity. These are the voices of students, faculty and staff that have contributed to the diversity of the university and have been the first in their respective positions at William & Mary.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

• College of William and Mary--Employees
• College of William and Mary--Faculty and Staff
• College of William and Mary--Students
• Diversity in the workplace