Working Groups
Diversity Data and Trends
Group Members: Dr. Lisa Guion, Dr. Steve Lilley, Dr. Sastry Pantula, Dr. Bill GrantThis working group will access and interpret data that provides information on key indicators of diversity within CALS which includes, but is not limited to, the demographic composition of undergraduate and graduate students; performance, persistence and graduation data; demographic composition of faculty and staff; etc.
Under-Represented Faculty Recruitment, Retention and Success
Group Members: Dr. Sylvia Blankenship, Dr. Lisa Guion, Dr. Sastry PantulaFaculty diversification contributes directly to educational quality. A diverse faculty means better educational outcomes for all students. To serve current and future student populations, multiple and diverse perspectives are needed at every level of college teaching, research and governance. The more diverse college and university faculty are, the more likely it is that all students will be exposed to a wider range of scholarly perspectives and to ideas drawn from a variety of life experiences.” (Turner,C.S.V. ,2002). Therefore, this working group will provide advice and guidance on strategies to recruit, hire and retain faculty from under-represented groups.
Under-Represented Student Recruitment, Access, Retention and Success
Group Members: Dr. Leon Boyd, Dr. Gerry Luginbuhl, Dr. Jan Spears, Dr. Bill Grant, Dr. Lisa Guion"Colleges with strong diversity populations positively benefit both minority and majority students by fostering stronger intercultural relationships and stimulating academic growth." (Smith, D.G. et. al. (1997). Thus, this working group will provide advice and guidance on strategies to recruit, retain and graduate students from under-represented groups.
Enrichment of Curricula, Instruction, Program Development and Delivery
Group Members: Dr. Gerry Luginbuhl, Dr. Lisa Guion, Dr. Leon Boyd, Dr. Jan SpearsThe classroom environment is an especially important space for diversity to thrive. "Research has demonstrated the positive impact that a classroom engaged with diversity has on student outcomes, particularly when faculty, course content, and pedagogy are considered in conjunction with the compositional diversity of the students." (Milem, J.F., Chang, M.J., & Antonio, A.L., 2005). Therefore this working group will provide advice and guidance to efforts aimed at increasing diversity in the content, and instructional delivery methods of courses, programs and other learning events.
Climate for Diversity
Group Members: Sheri L. Schwab, Dr. Sam Pardue, Ms. Cheryl Lloyd, Dr. Lisa Guion"Campus climate includes the culture, decisions, practices, policies and behaviors that, taken together, constitute the working and learning environment. Such a climate is everyone's responsibility, and includes fostering a climate of civility and respect for others, elimination of discrimination, and providing easy access to redress, if needed." (NCSU Diversity Strategic Plan, 2007). The campus climate is a critical factor in the effectiveness and success of diversity efforts. Thus, this working group will provide advice and guidance on strategies to enhance the climate within CALS.
Recognition and Accountability for Diversity
Group Members: Sheri L. Schwab, Dr. Sam Pardue, Ms. Cheryl Lloyd, Dr. Lisa GuionThis working group will focus on developing mechanisms to recognize individuals or teams that make significant contributions towards making CALS a more diverse and inclusive community. Similarly, the group will provide advice and guidance on evaluation and accountability measures to assess the overall effectiveness of the CALS Diversity Initiative.
References:
Milem, J.F., Chang, M.J., & Antonio, A.L. (2005). Making diversity Work on campus: A research-based perspective.
Washington, DC: Association of American College and Universities (AACU).
Smith, D.G. et. al. (1997). Diversity works: The emerging picture of how students benefit. Washington, DC: AACU.
Turner, C.S.V. (2002). Diversifying the faculty. Washington, DC: AACU.
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