Diversity Committees & Groups: Faculty and Staff
Admissions Diversity Council
Established in 2001 to oversee and assist the university in its multicultural student recruitment and marketing efforts. The group works closely with the Office of Admissions, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, and the Office of Equity, Diversity and Compliance. Some of the responsibilities of the council include: advisement of university publications, assistance with open house activities, coordinating special recruitment weekends and campus visits, involvement in recruitment procedures, and reviewing discussions on current campus diversity issues. Contact: Erin Hill at 262-2120 or hillel@appstate.edu
Belk Library Diversity Committee
Provides leadership in the library on multicultural issues and the provision of library services to people from diverse background by offering staff development opportunities to stimulate diversity awareness, promoting outreach to the university community, and advising library administration on issues and activities. Contact: Adam Jordon at 262-2795 or jordonab@appstate.edu
Black Faculty and Staff Committee
Urges the university to provide equal educational and career opportunities for professional growth and upward mobility. Contact: Kelly McBride at 262-2792 or mcbridekr@appstate.edu or visit bfsa.appstate.edu.
College of Arts and Sciences Diversity Faculty Committee
Covers all aspects of diversity initiatives to include faculty recruitment and retention, curriculum and graduate level admissions. Contact the Dean’s Office, 828-262-3078.
GLBT
The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Taskforce was appointed in late spring of 2002 to study concerns related to sexual orientation and the needs of our GLBT community on campus. Contact: Kim Hall at 262-6817 or hallki@appstate.edu
International Faculty, Staff and Spouse Association
The International Faculty, Staff and Spouse Association (IFSSA) supports international faculty, staff and their spouses in their transition to this campus and to this country and in their professional pursuits. The IFSSA also works to recruit more international faculty, staff, and students to campus. Contact: Unal Boya at 262-6194 or boyauo@appstate.edu
Student Development Diversity Committee
Find ways that the Division of Student Development can enhance the campus climate, raise awareness of issues facing members of diverse populations and assist with recruitment and retention efforts. Contact: Tracey Wright at 262-2060 or wrighttl@appstate.edu
Reich College of Education Faculty Diversity Committee
Encourages a climate of understanding and acceptance of differences within the Reich College of Education and across campus. Contact: Dean’s Office, 828-262-2232.
