NJIT Recognized as an Emerging Influencer in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce and African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey have recognized NJIT as an Emerging Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Influencer in the chambers’ annual Trailblazer Awards program. “This award affirms our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion,” said NJIT President Teik C. Lim. “Our goal is constant improvement as we attract, support and graduate an array of students from all backgrounds, including underrepresented residents in Newark and its surrounding communities. We want to embody the diverse world that we live in.” Under Lim, top administrative roles are held by people of color, including its chief diversity officer, David E. Jones, who this year was named one of the Top 15 Champions of Diversity by DiversityGlobal magazine.  To read the full story.