Local Educator Dr. Ro'Shaun Bailey Recognized with Prestigious Diversity & Inclusion Award at MVSU

Dr. Ro'Shaun Bailey, assistant vice president for student affairs and campus life at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU), received the 2024 Diversity & Inclusion Award from the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL). The award, established in 1992, acknowledges educators who promote diversity in Mississippi's public universities. Dr. Bailey was recognized for fostering an inclusive campus environment.

Dr. Bailey thanked the board for the award, stating that MVSU promotes an open culture for all students, faculty, and staff. He noted that diversity and inclusion are integral to the university's motto, 'Live for Service.'

The IHL Board also presented the Karen Cummins Community Service Award, which honors individuals who have advanced diversity and inclusion in their communities. This award was first given in 1997 and renamed in 2017 to honor former IHL trustee Karen Cummins.

Other recipients of the Diversity Award for Excellence include educators from various Mississippi universities. The 2024 Diversity Educator of the Year Award went to Dr. Caroline E. Compretta from the University of Mississippi Medical Center, for her work in community-engaged partnerships, serving underrepresented populations, and mentoring early career faculty, residents, and students.

The 2024 Karen Cummins Community Service Award was given to U.S. Representative Bennie G. Thompson for his lifelong commitment to improving lives. Thompson's community service began during his college years and has continued throughout his political career.

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