Winning On for the Gipper: Diversity Strategies and Initiative at Notre Dame

Authors

Hugh R. Page Jr., Ph. D., Associate Professor, Theology and Director, African and African American Studies Program, University of Notre Dame
Richard Pierce Ph. D., Carl E. Koch Assistant Professor, History, University of Notre Dame
Gina Shropshire Ph. D., Academic Advisor and Concurrent Assistant Professor, Mendoza College of Business, University of Notre Dame
Lynn Todman Ph. D., Visiting Scholar and Adjunct Faculty African and African American Studies Program, University of Notre Dame

Date of this Version

October 2001

Abstract

One of the enduring images linked to the University of Notre Dame is that of injured football player George Gipp imploring Coach Knute Rockne to "Win One for the Gipper. " Similarly, people of color and conscience at Notre Dame struggle with formidable challenges in implementing diversity into areas of faculty retention, university initiatives and community outreach, all while remaining sane. The panelists will discuss innovative successes and continuing efforts that can be adapted by others seeking a game plan for diversity.