Marita Gilbert is the associate dean for diversity and campus inclusion in MSU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. 

 

Gilbert talks about the 24th Annual Dr. William G. Anderson Lecture Series, one of MSU’s signature celebrations of Black History Month. The series gives the community opportunities to interact with multicultural leaders from education, business, industry, entertainment, and government. For 24 years, this series has featured living icons of the American Civil Rights Movement.

 

Conversation Highlights:

 

(1:09) – What’s your background, and what attracted you back to your alma mater to do your life’s work?

 

(8:37) – Describe your role as associate dean for diversity and campus inclusion?

 

(10:59) – Tell us about Dr. Anderson and this enduring lecture series.

 

(14:00) – Talk about the title “Slavery to Freedom.”

 

(19:28) – Why does the word “multigenerational” keep coming up as you evolve the series?

 

(22:40) – Tell us about the speakers in the series for 2024.

 

(39:45) – What are your thoughts on the evolution of Black History Month?

 

(46:32) – What are the challenges and opportunities facing your graduates?