Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Mission Statement
The mission of the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee is to provide policy recommendations to the Faculty Senate that foster inclusive and equitable academic spaces. Our purpose is to advance pedagogical practices that champion diversity, eliminate equity gaps, and cultivate a sense of belonging.
Members
Members
| Name | Title | Department | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theodore Clement | Professor | Performing Arts | Chair |
| Jill Guindon-Nasir | Assistant Professor | Business | Secretary |
| Christine Lynch | Assistant Professor | Rehab Health | |
| Kelly Delaney | Assistant Professor | Social Science | |
| Mary Kitzmiller | Assistant Professor | Nursing | |
| Stevenson Wachira | Assistant Professor | Computer Studies | |
| Tracy Karasinski | Dean Community Standards | Office of Dean of Opportunity & Outreach | ex-officio |
| Allison Robinson | Director Accessibility, Inclusion & Disability Services | Disability Services | ex-officio |
| Taiwo Adefiyiju | Dean of Students | Office of the Dean of Students | ex-officio |
| Blair Harrington | Assistant Dean | AHSS | ex-officio |
| Lindsey Gwozdz | Assistant Dean | LCCT | ex-officio |
Goals
AY 2024 - 2025
| Goals | Status |
|---|---|
| Develop policy on adhering to federal law regarding Disability Accessibility for Students accommodations | In progress |
| Continue work on Religious & Cultural Observance Resolution draft | In progress |
| Develop understanding of faculty roles and responsibilities as HSI | In progress |
| Develop guiding principles for Faculty Senate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee | In progress |
AY 2023 - 2024
| Goals | Status |
|---|---|
| Common Syllabus Statement Policy | Complete 12/19 |
| Complete 4/26 | |
|
Religious & Cultural Observance for students
|
In progress |