Diversity Collective History and Role
- To implement the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategic Plan.
- To review diversity grant proposals, submit recommendations to the President and monitor their implementation and outcomes.
- To support institutional programming for the enhancement of FIT’s diversity mission for faculty, students, staff and administrators.
- To maintain comprehensive records of all on-campus activities dedicated to promoting diversity.
- To foster a culture of inclusion and collaboration in the FIT community to advance FIT’s diversity mission through formal and informal interactions with stakeholders and constituents both internally and externally.
- To educate the campus community regarding the importance of equity, inclusion and diversity, including the educational benefits diversity has on students and the workplace.
- To support faculty in incorporating diversity into the curriculum to facilitate inclusive teaching and learning practices.
- To advise the Affirmative Action Officer on ideas, programs, policies and activities, affirming the values delineated by affirmative action legislation and goals.
- To work with the Affirmative Action Officer to develop programs to encourage/support the professional development of employees related to diversity and affirmative action, as well as promote a bias free working and learning environment.
- To recommend methods for assessing the diversity climate on campus and make recommendations regarding the findings of these assessments.
- To submit an end-of-year report to the President that summarizes the Council’s academic-year activities, identifies areas of concern, and makes recommendations to achieve the Council’s objectives.
- To meet and consult with the President on a regular basis.