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Photo of John MacCormick leaning against a column outdoors.

I Unintentionally Created a Biased AI Algorithm 25 Years Ago—Tech Companies Are Still Making the Same Mistake

Professor of Computer Science John MacCormick examines how his unintentional creation of a biased algorithm reveals important lessons as AI becomes more influential.

Janel Pineda '18

Janel Pineda '18 Awarded Prestigious New Americans Fellowship

A published poet and daughter of El Salvadoran war refugees, Janel Pineda '18 is pursuing a Ph.D. at UCLA and aspires to bring healing and community to migrant families through the arts.

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Dickinson Wins Award for Advancing Sustainability through Education Abroad

The Forum on Education Abroad has named Dickinson the 2022 recipient of the Award for Advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through Education Abroad.

Tony Boston, Dickinson's inaugural chief diversity officer, discusses his path to Dickinson, the good work under way and more.

Podcast: Tony Boston, Dickinson’s Inaugural Chief Diversity Officer

In this episode, we talk with Tony Boston, Dickinson’s inaugural chief diversity officer, and learn why he says, “Diversity, equity and inclusion work is for everyone.”

Working with faculty, staff and alumnae, student-leaders powered the 2023 Women of Color Summit.

Students Present 2023 Women of Color Summit

The 2023 Women of Color Summit brought Dickinson women of color together to learn, share and connect. It also included Ally Day events, open to all Dickinsonians.

Photograph of a Public Safety vehicle out front the library

Dickinson Forms Public Safety Inclusivity Council to Assess Campus Police Policies, Practices

A Public Safety Inclusivity Council is taking shape at Dickinson. It will work with the college's Department of Public Safety to assess campus climate and provide recommendations for best practices.

Tony Boston, Dickinson's inaugural chief diversity officer, discusses his path to Dickinson, the good work under way and more.

A Q&A With Tony Boston

"We're tuned in, we're doing important work and we're thinking about this on a national scale," says Tony Boston, who joined Dickinson in October as the college's first chief diversity officer.

Portrait of Erica Armstrong Dunbar.

Dickinson to Host Discussion on Enslaved Woman’s Escape from George Washington

Dickinson’s 2023 Black History Month keynote address will detail the story of an enslaved woman who escaped from George Washington.

Mermaid, Old West

Dickinson’s ‘Civil Dialogue’ Program Renamed ‘Dialogues Across Differences’

Dickinson changes the name of an important new initiative. Here's why that speaks volumes about the vital work ahead.

Darren Lone Fight, an Indigenous scholar and assistant professor of American studies.

$800K Mellon Foundation Funding to Help Launch Program, Center for the Futures of Native Peoples

With $800,000 in funding from the Mellon Foundation, Dickinson will launch a center and academic program in Native American and Indigenous studies.

Dickinson Archway

A Dozen Ways to Celebrate Black History Month

Students, faculty, staff and alumni will gather on and off campus to celebrate the achievements of Black Americans and recognize their important roles in history and society.

Selene Nguyen '25

Student Snapshot: Selene Nguyen '25

"I preferred an inclusive campus, where international students have the full potential to grow and connect," says Selene Nguyen '25. "That's why I decided Dickinson would be my second home."

Anne Fisher-Henson

Student Snapshot: Anne Fisher-Henson ’24

Political science major Anne Fisher-Henson ’24 studies community and economic development in rural areas.

Christian Gonzalez '24

Student Snapshot: Christian Gonzalez ’24

Meet Christian Gonzalez '24, a computer science major who interned with the College Farm to help develop a website that helps farms earn organic certification.

John Jones

President John E. Jones III '77, P'11, Speaks About Public Discourse, Safety of Public Officials

In a keynote address for the Judicial Independence Benefit, President Jones highlights the urgent need to foster civil dialogue and a distinctive program that equips students with those vital skills.

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