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DIVERSITY & INCLUSION RESOURCES: D.I.G.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Diversity and Inclusion Group (D.I.G.) aims to advance socially-just learning and working environments that foster a culture of sensitive awareness within a diverse culture of people, ideas, and perspectives. The D.I.G. will engage the Kendall College’s future and current students, faculty and staff with initiatives and sustainable programming to cultivate mindful awareness and understanding of key topics such as diversity, sensitivity, and inclusion issues that are present on campus.    

MEMBERS

D.I.G. Members as of February 2018

Tanner J. Strong, Co-chair Crystal M. Kaminski Rhode Saint-Fleurose
Rene Gosch, Co-chair Eli Q. Greiser Sapna M. Mangal
Beau J. Golwitzer Larry D. Perkins Valerie S. Beck
Ariel B. Ropp Jenna Giles Diane Williams
  Luke A. Daly  

D.I.G. Member Allies

D.I.G. Member Allies

Need someone to talk to, who is a sensitive listener?

Look for this door sign around campus. 

 

 

 

 

Tanner Strong, Student Life Coordinator

He / Him / His

Email: tanner.strong@kendall.edu

Office:

Phone: 312.752.2286

 

 

Rene Gosch, Senior Coordinator, Office of International Affairs

She / Her / Hers

Email: rene.gosch@kendall.edu

Office:

Phone: 312.752.2504

 

Ariel Ropp, Academic Advisor

She / Her / Hers

Email: ariel.ropp@kendall.edu

Office:

Phone: 312.752.2093

 

 

Jenna Giles, Design Manager

She / Her / Hers

Email: jenna.giles@kendall.edu

Office: 243

Phone: 312-752-2142

 

Luke Daly, Director, Laureate English Program

He / Him / His

Email: luke.daly@kendall.edu

Office: 722

Phone: 312.752.2187

 

 

Elijah Greiser, Human Resources Coordinator

He / Him / His Email: elijah.greiser@kendall.edu

Office: 804

Phone: 312.752.2123

VISION AND VALUE STATEMENTS

VISION STATEMENT:

The Diversity and Inclusion Group will strengthen Kendall College’s academic and engagement mission by fostering a culture of sensitivity and social justice for the success of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community. 

VALUE STATEMENTS:

  • Diversity: Demonstrating respect for all individuals and valuing each perspective and experience. 
  • Community Engagement: Learning and working collaboratively with community members and organizations to achieve positive change. 
  • Inclusion: Breaking down barriers to meaningful participation and fostering a sense of belonging. 
  • Integrity: Setting high standards of professional ethics and being consistent in principles, expectations, and actions. 
  • Leadership: Guiding and inspiring people and organizations toward excellence. 
  • Partnerships: Cultivating mutually beneficial internal and external relationships built upon trust, cooperation, and shared responsibility. 
  • Social Justice: Challenging injustice and working toward an equitable society in which all enjoy equal rights and opportunities.