Diversity Empowerment Education Program (DEEP)
DEEP’s mission is to promote student engagement for marginalized students through a social justice lens. The program implements peer interns who work with our residents and staff to proactively help students with affirming and celebrating their intersectional identities. DEEP interns serve as a community resource, connection point and empowerment aid that help students at a PWI (Predominantly White Institution) adjust and adapt by increasing resiliency. Our reciprocal learning model promotes academic success and student retention by focusing on improving student wellness, advancing intersectional equity, increasing a sense of belonging and improving community cohesion.
We work with a new group of interns every year.
Meet our new Fall 2024 interns
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Hello, my name is JoceLynn Labossiere and my pronouns are she/her. I chose the DEEP program to be able to mentor marginalized youth and provide a safe space for them. The DEEP program can support students by being a place of encouragement and enrichment for marginalized groups; by serving as a refugee from the challenging elements of life can ensure members of this program feel seen and secure. |
Referral form
Complete for yourself or for a student that you wish to seek services.
DEEP Advisor
Jazell J. Johnson
Residential Wellness Initiatives Director
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Pronouns: she/her/hers
jajohns@binghamton.edu
607-777-2322