Professor Leander Lacy connects with Dr. Rickey Frierson to discuss the academic institutions that are producing the future leaders in natural resources. Dr. Frierson is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Colorado State University. They discuss navigating natural resources departments and integrating DEI for faculty and staff.
Episode Highlights:
4:35 - Recruiting diverse students/talent
17:12 - When you are not the DEI expert
23:57 - Dr. Frierson’s journey into natural resources
31:12 - Leander’s journey into natural resources
36:15 - Success for DEI in academics
40:10 - Dr. Frierson’s vision
