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Stigma is a debilitating psychological and emotional condition that can erode students’ self-confidence and sense of belonging to the point of forcing them to drop classes, discontinue activities, or stop out of school completely. Addressing the deep-rooted causes of stigma and creating impactful and effective strategies to combat it are complex tasks, but with dedication and persistence, progress can be made. In this conversation, Bernice Pescosolida explores the complexity of confronting stigma on campus, and provides insight into how the problem might transform into the solution as communities become better equipped to embrace – and celebrate – difference and diversity.