The DiCE Group
The DiCE Group: (From left to right) Juan T. Lopez, Marvin R. Smith, & Sidalia G. Reel (seated); Nadia Younes, Tommy E. Smith, Jr., Joe-Joe McManus, Simma Lieberman, Santalynda Marrero, and Sonny Massey (standing)
Our Statement of Purpose
"As a group of concerned Diversity professionals and champions, we seek to create a community committed to holistically nourishing each others personal and professional lives. Through learning derived from the exchange of ideas, resources, and experiences and through our own individual development, we hope to impact and improve the field of Diversity by exporting and replicating these practices to other venues, organizations and individuals."
Marvin R. Smith in Memoriam - Flying With The Angels
We have lost a great man, and a member of our family. Marvin R. Smith, family man, friend, and civil rights leader.
I am proud to have had the great honor of knowing Marvin Smith. I only wish I had known him longer. I have felt connected to Marvin since the day we met. I will never forget the time that he took to talk with me, and his words of real earned wisdom will be with me forever. It meant so much to me when he told me that he considered me family, and I felt the same way.
Marvin was family to all of us in The DiCE Group. He will be deeply missed. Our love and prayers are with his wonderful wife Delores and all of the Smith family.
Here are a few words from Marvin that speak to his spirit and courage:
"In our efforts to serve as a catalyst for affecting the complete integration of multiculturalism into our environment (work, community, living, academic and social), we must disregard our fears, take the risks and accept the fact that when you “Fly with the angels” there are no consequences. Whatever happens is supposed to happen!"
Marvin was a true soldier in the ongoing fight for civil rights; he disregarded his fears, took the risks, and now he is flying with the angels.
Thank you for all that you did for all of us Mr. Smith. You will always be in our hearts. Rest in peace.
The DiCE Group BOOK
The DiCE Group is currently working on a book that will include a chapter by each member. We will keep you posted on our progress. If you have any questions about the book or would like information about our progress, please feel free to contact us.