Name: Qiu Fogarty
Title: Assistant Director
Department: Social Justice Education
Where are you from? New York
How many years have you worked in Student Affairs at Northwestern? Less than a year.
What’s your favorite part about working in Student Affairs?
In my few months here, I have appreciated how friendly colleagues are and the plethora of professional development opportunities. I’ve really enjoyed working with the Social Justice Education team, campus partners and the fierce and wonderful students working to hold NU to higher standards of equity, inclusion and excellence.
Who or what has had the greatest influence on your career?
Communities and individuals involved in intergroup dialogue spaces have been the greatest influence on me. They have helped me to understand myself in relation with others and have inspired me to work towards equity.
What inspires you?
I am inspired by collective mobilization, community, transformative dialogue and connections across differences.
What can’t you live without?
A pen or a phone – I always have to write things down and make lists. I also adore my two cats.
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