IDEA Statement and Mission
October 2020, the College launched the DEI Task Force, and “its members are dedicated to integrating the concepts of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access into the College’s operations. The Schoolcraft community has come together to address the difficult conversations that have come center stage in the world.”
– Dr. Glenn Cerny, President
As our Nation grapples with structural and systemic inequities, Schoolcraft College set out to develop a strategy to ensure that equity, diversity, and inclusion are hallmarks of this transformative institution for generations to come. This strategic initiative is rooted in the traditions of Schoolcraft and provides a framework to support every member of the Schoolcraft community. This initiative includes strategic goals, new investments, comprehensive metrics and outcomes, and an institutional commitment to accountability to equity, diversity, and inclusion are entrenched in every aspect of Schoolcraft College.
This strategic initiative, focused on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion is the culmination of a strategic process that included voices and input from individuals across the entire college. This process was informed by months of committee meetings, input from countless constituents, and led by a cross- sectional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force, chaired by Van Nguyen, chief marketing and communications officer. The DEI Task Force was charged with enhancing an appreciation for, and an understanding of, the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion across the College. Director for Equity and Engagement, TaQuilla Kusero, will be collaborating with students, faculty, staff and community members to implement the IDEA strategic goals and objectives.
IDEA Strategic Plan Objectives
To create and promote an equitable, diverse, and inclusive Schoolcraft College, every member of the College community will do their part to ensure that these values are promoted in every aspect of our educational enterprise. We will accomplish this through five (5) key objectives:
Strategic Objective 1 – Enhance Access and Success
Enhancing access and success for students, faculty, and staff belonging to historically excluded populations (e.g., – developmental education reform, closing the achievement gap, focus on hiring faculty from an historically excluded population, etc.).
Strategic Objective 2 – Inclusive Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship
Devote resources, promote, and incentivize practices that further enhance the teaching, learning, and scholarship to ensure that the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential components of a Schoolcraft educational experience.
Strategic Objective 3 – Cultural Engagement and Competency
Promote active social and academic engagement to ensure that we center and amplify students’ needs and voices by continuously elevating cultural and intercultural responsiveness in and out of the classroom setting.
Strategic Objective 4 – Accountability and Responsibility
Develop mechanisms to continuously assess institutional climate and promote responsibility to a socially responsible Schoolcraft College.
Strategic Objective 5 – Fostering Community
Develop mechanisms to continuously assess institutional climate and promote responsibility to a socially responsible Schoolcraft College.