The President’s Council on Diversity was first established in 2003 to move the College forward in creating a welcoming and bias-free environment. The Council continues its work toward valuing differences, fostering inclusion and supporting excellence; and in 2013 accepted the follow charge.
Charge to the President’s Council on Diversity
To act as an advisory board to the President on issues regarding campus diversity and campus climate
To research, assess, and make a recommendation to the president about the critical functions performed by the Office of Equity and Inclusion and the continuing need for an office or propose other options
To collaborate with appropriate administrative entity(ies) to collect qualitative and quantitative data (including campus climate surveys) and recommend responses
To review the diversity initiatives in key campus-wide strategic planning documents, recommend appropriate changes to the relevant initiatives, and suggest strategies for effective implementation
To work with faculty, staff, departments, and senior administrators to incorporate principles of diversity and inclusion in hiring, retention, curriculum, teaching, and campus life
To assist in creating a welcoming and diverse campus culture and climate for all students
To promote transparency by communicating clearly regarding their work and the status of diversity and inclusion on campus and facilitate campus-wide communication regarding diversity and inclusion
