Creating & Maintaining a Diversity Certificate Program

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1 Creating & Maintaining a Diversity Certificate Program Dr. Shanda Gore Associate Vice President of Equity, Diversity and Community Engagement Mr. Jeff Witt Program Manager, Office of Equity, Diversity and Community Engagement

2 The University of Toledo A student-centered, public, metropolitan research university with 23,000 students. 300 undergraduate, graduate & professional programs in16 colleges. Main campus in NE Ohio with a teaching Medical Center and a satellite campus in the Toledo Museum of Art

3 The Office of Equity, Diversity & Community Engagement The Eberly Center for Women The Minority Business Development Center The Culture Building Institute Diversity Certificate Customized Diversity Trainings Culture Ambassadors Climate Survey Diversity Plans President s Council on Diversity A Culture of Diversity Website Supplier Diversity Initiatives LGBTQA Affinity Group

4 The Culture Building Institute Diversity Certificate Purpose: to embody the mission, advance the strategic plan & support the values of UT Mission: To create an organizational culture that is welcoming to all. 42 hours of employee professional development resulting in a University supported certificate.

5 The Culture Building Institute Diversity Certificate The of the current program. The of the current program. The of the program.

6 Campus Context Mission, Values & Strategic Plan Target Audience Collaborations Content Delivery Learning Outcomes

7 Campus Context The Faculty/Staff Climate Survey University Policy College and Division Diversity Plans

8 Mission, Values & Strategic Plan UT Mission The mission of the University of Toledo is to improve the human condition; to advance knowledge through excellence in learning, discovery and engagement; and to serve as a diverse, student-centered public metropolitan research university.

9 Mission, Values & Strategic Plan 6 Core Values Compassion, Professionalism and Respect Discovery, Learning and Communication Diversity, Integrity and Teamwork Engagement, Outreach and Service Excellence, Focus and Innovation Wellness, Healing and Safety

10 Mission, Values & Strategic Plan Learning Environment Goal #2; We will build on the strength & distinction to be derived from diversity. Outreach & Engagement Goal #3; We will provide opportunities for professional development & continuing education.

11 Employee Development Diversity allies across campus (1 st Semester) CEU seekers; nursing, social work, counseling Individuals who provide direct customer service Managers and Supervisors looking for development opportunities for staff Graduate Assistants Target Audience Employees in general in each cohort Most optional sessions are also promoted separately

12 Collaborations Shared Ownership Human Resources / Talent Development Administration Office of Quality and Continuous Learning - Existing Certificate Programs Subject Matter Experts Professional Program Continuing Education Units

13 Informal, interactive, safe environment Interactive Sessions; workshop style Experiential Learning Hard Copy Reference Material Content Delivery Blackboard Site for Electronic Reference Material

14 Learning Outcomes Established per session to comply with continuing education credits - measured via session evaluations Overall learning objectives are established for the program - measured with pre and post self inventory assessment tool

15 Budget Curriculum Marketing Registration Communication Environment Evaluation & Assessment Celebration!

16 No revenue stream (as of yet) Budget Print marketing material Hard copy material & Binders CEU fees (none as of yet) Facilitator Fees (none) Experiential learning expenses Food, beverage, supplies (including a celebration luncheon)

17 The Basics Social Psychology & Diversity (R) Supplier Diversity (R) Interpersonal Communication (R) Measuring Diversity (R) Harassment, Discrimination & Bullying (R) Specific Dimensions of Diversity Disability Awareness (R) Global Citizenship (O) LGBTQ Ally Training (O) Gender, Sex (O) Curriculum Successful Aging (O) Religious Diversity (O) Bridges Out of Poverty (O) Race, Ethnicity (O)

18 Marketing Branding Target Marketing General Marketing Using Diversity Allies Using HR / Talent Development

19 Registration Office of Quality and Continuous Learning Requires a supervisor s signature Attendance Tracking

20 Communication is primary Blackboard is secondary Face-To-Face is important

21 Environment Level Playing Field Group Discussion Friendly Safe Environment Fully Mediated Classrooms Snacks & Beverages

22 1. Confidentiality is Maintained Environment 2. Individual Experiences are Respected 3. No One Person Represents Any Group of People 4. Basic, Common Rules of Respectful Communication are Paramount 5. Words Matter, choose them wisely

23 Session Evaluations Formalized Process Standardized Form Customized Learning Objectives Consolidated Report to Facilitators Program Evaluation Informal Process One-On-One Conversations Open Invitation Evaluation

24 Pre & Post Self Inventory Self Inventory diversity & inclusion concepts Anonymous 5 point Likert scale Unknown Developing Emerging Practicing Assessment Mastering Pre Inventory during the first session Post Inventory during the closing celebration Assessment Report by cohort

25 Celebration! Luncheon Closing Ceremony Post Self Inventory Completed Executive Board Room Everyone is Invited University Photographer Presentation by the Chief Diversity Officer Opportunities to Positively Impact Campus Printed Certificates signed by The Chief Diversity Officer The University President

26 Yet to Come Future Growth Questions & Open Discussion Activity Considering Your Campus

27 Opportunities for growth & expansion

28 Questions? Discussion?

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