Champlain recognizes that the values of diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice are inextricably linked to academic excellence and innovation.
Champlain College is committed to working in partnership with all members of our College community and external partners to build a welcoming and inclusive community where students, faculty and staff engage in continuous learning and growth.
We strive to create a community that embraces differences, recognizing that through thoughtful engagement, we learn from our differences. The values of diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice are inextricably linked to creativity and innovation.
We further understand that to create a more equitable and inclusive community, we must take an active and intentional approach.
Individual and group differences that are represented within our overall community. While diversity is often referenced in terms of race, ethnicity, and gender, we recognize that individuals hold multiple identities. Diversity includes age, national origin, religion, ability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, education, marital status, language, physical appearance, diversity of thought (ideas, perspectives, and values) as well as cultural, political, religious or other affiliations.
Fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all people, while at the same time striving to identify and eliminate barriers that have prevented the full participation of some groups. Improving equity involves increasing justice and fairness within the procedures and processes of institutions or systems, as well as in their distribution of resources. For students, equity focuses on creating opportunities for historically underrepresented populations in order to increase student achievement and success. For employees, equity focuses on the strategic development of access opportunities for historically underrepresented populations of employees (faculty and staff) in order to increase professional growth and resource networks in response to demographic disparities in all areas of the institution.
The act of deliberately creating environments in which any individual or group can be and feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued to participate fully. An inclusive and welcoming climate embraces differences and offers respect in words and actions for all people. Inclusive communities actively and intentionally engage with diversity and people in the classroom and in the overall college community in order to increase awareness, knowledge and empathy.
Language adapted from definitions from the Association of American Colleges and Universities, D5 Coalition, Racial Equity Tools Glossary, and various institutions of higher education.
Age |
Ethnicity |
Personality |
College Area | Senior Administrator and/or Lead |
College Leadership | College President |
Institutional Strategy and Coordination | Vice President of Student Affairs, Diversity and Inclusion |
Academic Affairs | Acting Provost and Vice President of Academics |
Academic Divisions | Academic Deans |
Enrollment Management | Vice President of Enrollment Management |
Faculty Senate and Faculty Committee on Multicultural Issues | Faculty Senate President and Committee Chair |
Finance, Facilities and Auxiliary Services | Vice President of Finance & Treasurer |
International Education | Dean of Core Division and Interim Dean, International Education |
Institutional Advancement | Interim Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement |
People Center (Human Resources) | Vice President of Human Resources |
Staff Council | Staff Council President |
Student Affairs Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | Assistant Vice President of Diversity, Community and Inclusion |
Diversity Council | Assistant Vice President of Diversity, Community and Inclusion |
(Adopted May 2020)
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Champlain College is a small institution that offers big opportunities. We are not for profit. We are for innovation, social equity, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Champlain recognizes that the values of diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice are inextricably linked to academic excellence and innovation.
Our goal is to ensure that our students graduate prepared to be globally engaged citizens with international experience and global perspective.
Life is a process of continuous development. Champlain helps graduates continue to grow and develop after college by giving them the tools to take charge of their own learning
From the Board of Trustees to the President, faculty and staff, Champlain is a community focused on optimizing student outcomes and experiences.
When you work at Champlain College, you join a talented, diverse and inclusive community of employees working together to support the mission, vision, and values of the College.
Champlain College offers a number of professional services to the community and businesses.