{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F69b80e02-b80d-41ad-a4f3-cb9aac5e54f3","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Building a Legacy: Rachelle Shurn\u2019s Contribution to Diversity and Inclusivity at Marquette University","description":"Sheena interviews Rachelle Shurn, the Assistant Engagement Director of University Advancement at Marquette University. Rachelle shares her story of how she and her husband left their small predominantly black city to make a fresh start in Milwaukee. Rachelle's journey led her to Marquette, where she is now dedicated to impacting women of color both on and off campus. Rachelle describes her role as being intrinsic in diversity, which she developed while working in a similar position at a community college. She shares how working with that college helped her to understand inequities in society and opened her eyes to issues surrounding diversity and inclusion. This journey has informed and sharpened her diversity lens. \n\nThe conversation shifts to the mural project on Marquette's campus, and both Sheena and Rachelle discuss the impact of this initiative. The mural is an impressive piece of art that Rachelle says is open to interpretation, and every time she looks at it, she sees something different. Rachelle also discusses her role as an alumni programmer for women's basketball at Marquette. She shares her goals of creating a following for women's basketball and building a fan base for the team. She spoke about how the women's basketball program must work harder than the men's program to attract fans, but the team is making strides, and they're getting better. \n\nListen in as Rachelle shares her passion for impacting women of color and bridging gaps at Marquette University. Discover how she's making a positive mark and leaving a strong legacy for future generations. Tune in to be inspired!","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/718bc015-1968-4c53-b8fa-29c191a66222/2UCF05aB4x0vGItKlxgQ_rMU.jpg"}