NSU University School Parents Donate to Support Diversity and Inclusion

 

NSU U-School parents make an impact as part of Nova Southeastern University’s ALL IN For NSU campaign, triggering “The Reed Giving Challenge.”

Jenea Reed, a litigation attorney and NSU University School parent, recently showed a commitment to the institution’s diversity and inclusion efforts. Jenea and her husband Don Reed made a donation, designated to U-School as a result of their passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

“I grew up in New Orleans, where my first experience with racism was at school coming from a classmate. It shaped me and stuck with me. This is why diversity is very important to me, especially in educational institutions. This is where we have a real opportunity to ignite change,” Jenea shared.

Jenea’s connection to NSU University School comes through her wonderful and diverse children, who are enrolled and active members of the U-School student body.

“It is bigger than my desire for my children to feel the impact of contributions like this,” Jenea shared. “I wanted to be able to make an impact in a more holistic, sustainable, and systemic way, and I felt there was a specific opportunity to have a deeper impact with the initiatives that U-School is doing,” Jenea continued.

The Reeds’ urge to give back is something that they work to instill in their children. They teach them to respectfully listen to the experiences of others, and intentionally focus on opportunities to serve those who need it most.

“My biggest hope is that the conversation that has been sparked by recent calls for social justice continues on, as well as the actions that need to happen to address all of those issues, especially in the classrooms,” Jenea said.

Jenea’s sense of responsibility is the foundation of The Reed Giving Challenge, a special call to all NSU alumni and friends to donate to their favorite fund or cause at NSU, during ALL IN for NSU campaign on April 7-8, 2021. All gifts may be designated to the donor’s area of choice across all colleges, funds, and initiatives at NSU.

“I don’t know how many people realize that they can specifically target a gift to a fund or initiative that’s important to them. Tailor your gift to your passions. We have to get over the fear that what we intend to give is not enough or not impactful. No gift is too small and whatever you can do, will have an impact,” Jenea concluded.

To make a gift to ALL IN for NSU, text ‘NSUALLIN’ to 41444 or go to nova.edu/allin