Overall Rating Bronze - expired
Overall Score 31.21
Liaison Benjamin Newton
Submission Date June 14, 2017
Executive Letter Download

STARS v2.1

Central Community College
PA-4: Diversity and Equity Coordination

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 1.44 / 2.00
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Part 1 

Does the institution have a diversity and equity committee, office, and/or officer tasked to advise on and implement policies, programs, and trainings related to diversity, equity, inclusion and human rights on campus?:
Yes

Does the committee, office and/or officer focus on students, employees, or both?:
Both students and employees

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A brief description of the diversity and equity committee, office and/or officer, including purview and activities:
Compliance & Equity Manager: Coordinate civil rights compliance efforts including the development, implementation, and monitoring of appropriate disclosures, policies, procedures and practices designed to comply with federal and state legislation. Develop, implement and coordinate college efforts aimed at the prevention of sexual violence, sex and/or gender-based, disability and other forms of discrimination.

Part 2 

Estimated proportion of students that has participated in cultural competence trainings and activities (All, Most, Some, or None):
Some

Estimated proportion of staff (including administrators) that has participated in cultural competence trainings and activities (All, Most, Some, or None):
Some

Estimated proportion of faculty that has participated in cultural competence trainings and activities (All, Most, Some, or None):
Most

If trainings are made available, provide:

A brief description of the institution’s cultural competence trainings and activities for each of the groups identified above:
Dr. Cullen Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say: 10 Skills to Increase Your Diversity Competence Conversations around diversity have us walking on eggshells. This program offers practical ways to quickly transform the quality and effectiveness of our interactions. Have you ever found yourself saying, “Some of my best friends are…” or “I don’t think of you as…”? We make statements intended to be supportive or complimentary, but end up being problematic. Participants will gain knowledge of communication traps, how to avoid them and what tools to use in their place. Safe Spaces What is Safe Person, Safe Place? Safe Person, Safe Place is a campus-wide program committed to making Central Community College a safer, more welcoming, and inclusive environment for members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) community. By becoming Safe Person, Safe Place representative, you are indicating that you will be an identifiable source of support and nurturance for LGBTQ students, staff, and faculty on our campus. Your participation in Safe Person, Safe Place sends a strong message to campus community members that you are available to talk about their concerns, whether they are of acknowledged LGBTQ community members, of those questioning their sexuality or gender identity, or concerns of allies. Respect in the Workplace Respect in the Workplace In this respect training workshop, participants will learn how to accept, value, appreciate and respect differences (diversity) in the workplace. The focus will be on how an appreciation of our diverse employee and customer base can create an environment where all employees can feel safe and contribute to their greatest potential. Key Learning Points: Understand bias and stereotypes the how these come about • Understand the effect personal beliefs have on behaviors and decisions • Appreciate the benefits and the challenges of diversity • Becoming aware of consequences of not managing diversity within the organization • Identify ways to support the organization regarding diversity and harassment

Optional Fields 

The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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