On Friday, March 26, the Gunston School’s Diversity Leadership Speaker (DLS) Series virtually welcomes the United States Coast Guard’s Diversity Peer Educators, a group of cadet leaders who will share their personal experiences with diversity and inclusion efforts at the Coast Guard Academy.

The Gunston School’s Diversity Leadership Speaker Series virtually presents its third guest, Chazz Woodson on February 24. Mr. Woodson, a former Major League Lacrosse (MLL) standout, joined Hampton University (HU) in July of 2020 as the new head coach of the men’s lacrosse team, the Pirates.

Dr. Dennis spoke to students and faculty about the ways in which the pandemic has amplified not just the difficulties experienced by those with learning differences, but across the board for everyone, and the importance of formulating an action plan for yourself.

The Gunston School is pleased to welcome Dr. Stephanie Dennis to its Diversity Leadership Speaker Series on January 20, 2021 from 11-12 noon. Dr. Dennis will be speaking to students and faculty/staff about how to navigate learning differences, cultivating self-advocacy, and exploring how the pandemic has changed how we learn

On Thursday, November 19, Gunston students and staff joined award-winning NCAA Athlete Schuyler Bailar via Zoom for a Q&A session. Students asked questions ranging from how did you deal with bullying? Do you think insurance should cover surgeries? After you transitioned, what was it like competing as a man? What was your major in college? Can you explain the role of hormones—estrogen and testosterone and how they work? How did you tell your parents? and more.