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CAS Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mission Statement

This committee consists of nine Faculty members and one staff representative. It shall advise the College Dean and the Faculty Council concerning best practices and implementation of initiatives in the areas of access, engagement, and inclusion in the composition of the programs and personnel of all units within CAS. This includes but is not limited to,  

  1. communicating best practices on recruiting and retaining faculty from all backgrounds and perspectives, especially those who have experience working with diverse metropolitan populations,
  2. bias-free hiring and retention of qualified faculty and staff of all backgrounds, creating a welcoming environment where everyone can have a sense of belonging, and offering resources that support success,
  3. recruitment, retention, and timely graduation of students from all backgrounds, including but not limited to veterans, Pell Grant recipients, first generation college students, nontraditional students, “2+2” transfer students from the Florida College System, students from low income families, or students with unique abilities, and offering resources that support success,
  4. coordinating faculty and staff training,
  5. implementing and monitoring inclusion metrics,
  6. departmental outreach,
  7. collaborations with other areas of the USF community,
  8. distributing funds to support Department Liaison activities, and
  9. consistency and appropriateness of all department and CAS governance documents as it may affect inclusion.   

This role shall be guided by one or more four foundational principles, including Respect, Responsibility, Excellence, and Engagement.