Inclusive Culture Council
Inclusive Culture Council
The mission of the Inclusive Culture Council (ICC) is to provide strategic leadership and transparency for cultivating an interculturally competent and supportive environment in the College of Engineering and Applied Science where all people and voices are considered and valued. The ICC strives to bring leaders within the college together for systematic, intentional and integrative planning and to create an environment of education, belonging and growth for students, faculty, and staff. The council works closely with leaders and organizations across the universityÌýto ensure alignment with the university’s mission.
The council has the following responsibilities to students, faculty, and staff across the college:
- counsels and makes recommendations to the dean and senior leadership
- acts as a catalystÌýfor change
- develops initiatives to improve the sense of belonging
- monitors progress towardsÌýimproving the sense of belonging
- amplifies evidence-based strategies to address overall college Ìýculture
- supports and advises respective units, departments and programs and the college at large on best practices to improve a sense of belonging
- serves as a communication and collaboration hubÌý
Diversity & Inclusion Calendar
This calendar consolidates and highlights events that support diversity, equity, and inclusion among students, faculty and staff in the College of Engineering and Applied Science.Ìý
Follow this guide to navigate the Diversity & Inclusion event submission process.
Inclusive Culture Council Learning Resources
The ICC has compiled a database of inclusive learning resources for faculty, staff and students in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS). The resources are organized by the populations represented within the CEAS community.
To use the database, identify the audience for whom you are seeking resources, select the appropriate tab and explore the available materials.
We welcome your suggestions for new learning additions. To share feedback, suggest a resource or ask a question, complete the form below. We review submissions once per semester. To promote an event in a timelier fashion, you may consider submitting it to the Diversity & Inclusion Events Calendar.
| Sponsoring Entity & Title of Training | Outcomes | Modality |
|---|---|---|
| Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS): 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, critical conversation, instruction, lectures, panels, performances, & exhibitions | CAAAS collaborates on projects with DEI initiatives across the CU campus, based on the principles of intersectionality and interdisciplinarity | In-personÌý |
| Center for Cultural Connections & Community: Ignite Social Justice & Leadership Conference | Designed for students to learn, have dialogue, network and engage in a brave space together | In-Person annual conference |
| Center for Cultural Connections & Community: Workshops | Workshops for undergraduate students: Exploring Social Identities, Implicit Bias, Inclusive Leadership, Interrupting Racism, Interrupting Sexism, Intersectionality, Let's Talk LGBTQ+, Microaggressions | In-personÌý |
| Center for Cultural Connections & Community: Self-Guided Learning Resources | Collection of common social justice, diversity, equity and inclusion terminology | Online resources |
| Office of Institutional Equity & Compliance: Skill Building Workshops | OIEC offers evidence based educational programs that build skills to reduce and address discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, intimate partnet violence, and stalking.Ìý | In-Person |
| Numerous courses for anyone interested in learning more about race in the US: Antiracism I, II, and III | Online self guided courses | |
| Numerous courses for anyone interested in learning more about diversity and inclusion in the workplace | Online self guided modules | |
| Crown Institute: Online Resources | Collection of tips, podcasts, and online courses on general wellness for faculty, staff, and studentsÌý | Online toolkit |
| College of Arts & Sciences: Access, Innovation & Disability Symposium | Embracing Disability, Elucidating the student experience, From misdiagnosis to advocacy, Universal Design, Accommodations and Athletics, Neurodiversity in the Workplace, and Building inclusive environments | In-Person annual conference |
| Includes information about upcoming DEI-related events and workshops. This calendar can be filtered by interest and by audience type. | Various | |
| Center for Asian Studies: 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, education, events, opportunities in/outside of CU | 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó opportunities, webinars, outreach programs at CU and outside of CU. Major/Minor, Certificate, Grad Certificate | Various |
| Center for Native American and Indigenous Studies: 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, Education, events, resources | Links to student resources, scholarship information, student organizations, Grad/Undergrad certificate offerings, Events, Native & Indigenous Graduation. Also links to Colorado Community Resources | Various |
| Latin American Studies Center: 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, Education, Resources | Undergrad certificate, Internship and funding resources for grads/undergrads, Quechua language program for grads/undergrads | Various |
| This guide is intended to connect the CU community with an array of anti-racism resources to contribute to learning, dialogue, and change. | Various | |
| Center for Student Involvement (CSI): Dennis Small Cultural Center | The Dennis Small Cultural Center (DSCC) is a cultural events venue that seeks to engage the campus community in diversity through dynamic programs, events, entertainment and activities that encourage participants to cross boundaries of cultural difference. | In-personÌý |
| CU Health: Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center | "The Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center seeks to integrate secular contemplative practices into how we at the 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó work, teach, learn and live." | In-person |
| Sponsoring Entity & Title of Training | Outcomes | Modality |
|---|---|---|
| Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS): 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, critical conversation, instruction, lectures, panels, performances, & exhibitions | CAAAS collaborates on projects with DEI initiatives across the CU campus, based on the principles of intersectionality and interdisciplinarity | In-personÌý |
| Crown Institute: Online Resources | Collection of tips, podcasts, and online courses on general wellness for faculty, staff, and studentsÌý | Online toolkit |
| Colorado Diversity Initiative: Online Resources | Offers PD, mentoring and financial support opportunities for graduate students in STEM. | Online resources |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Just & Equitable Teaching Micro-Credential | JET programs provides PD in social justice and equity in the classroom for graduate, professional students, postdoctoral fellows, and teaching staff and faculty of all ranks affiliated with CU 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó. | In-Person |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Inclusive 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó Mentoring Micro-Credential | Prepares graduate students instructors/mentors, postdoctoral scholars, faculty and staff to enhance their academic mentoring in research environments. | In-Person |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Inclusive Community of Practice Network | A supportive network for equity-minded educators and professionals at CU 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó. It’s a space to connect, learn, and share strategies for fostering inclusivity and social justice in classrooms and beyond. | Various |
| Office of Institutional Equity & Compliance: Skill Building Workshops | OIEC offers evidence based educational programs that build skills to reduce and address discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, intimate partnet violence, and stalking.Ìý | In-Person |
| College of Arts & Sciences: Access, Innovation & Disability Symposium | Embracing Disability, Elucidating the student experience, From misdiagnosis to advocacy, Universal Design, Accommodations and Athletics, Neurodiversity in the Workplace, and Building inclusive environments | In-Person annual conference |
| Includes information about upcoming DEI-related events and workshops. This calendar can be filtered by interest and by audience type. | Various | |
| Center for Asian Studies: 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, education, events, opportunities in/outside of CU | 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó opportunities, webinars, outreach programs at CU and outside of CU. Major/Minor, Certificate, Grad Certificate | Various |
| Center for Native American and Indigenous Studies: 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, Education, events, resources | Links to student resources, scholarship information, student organizations, Grad/Undergrad certificate offerings, Events, Native & Indigenous Graduation. Also links to Colorado Community Resources | Various |
| Latin American Studies Center: 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, Education, Resources | Undergrad certificate, Internship and funding resources for grads/undergrads, Quechua language program for grads/undergrads | Various |
| Center for Technology Workforce Innovation: Various Training OpportunitiesÌý | The Center for Technology Workforce Innovation (CTWI)’s mission is to build the technology workforce of the future by supporting organizations and initiatives that strengthen and expand the nation’s technology talent pool (K-12 through career). | Various |
| This guide is intended to connect the CU community with an array of anti-racism resources to contribute to learning, dialogue, and change. | Ìý | |
| CU Health: Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center | "The Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center seeks to integrate secular contemplative practices into how we at the 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó work, teach, learn and live." | In-person |
| Undocumented Status Resources: Employee Resources | Resources for Undocumented Employees, as well as UndocuAlly Trainings for all faculty, staff, graduate students | Online resources |
| Sponsoring Entity & Title of Training | Outcomes | Modality |
|---|---|---|
| Numerous courses for anyone interested in learning more about race in the US: Antiracism I, II, and III | Online self guided courses | |
| Numerous courses for anyone interested in learning more about diversity and inclusion in the workplace | Online self guided modules | |
| Courses, trainings, and workshops for educators Ìý | Online toolkit | |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Just & Equitable Teaching Micro-Credential | JET programs provides PD in social justice and equity in the classroom for graduate, professional students, postdoctoral fellows, and teaching staff and faculty of all ranks affiliated with CU 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó. | In-Person |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Inclusive 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó Mentoring Micro-Credential | Prepares graduate students instructors/mentors, postdoctoral scholars, faculty and staff to enhance their academic mentoring in research environments. | In-Person |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Inclusive Community of Practice Network | A supportive network for equity-minded educators and professionals at CU 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó. It’s a space to connect, learn, and share strategies for fostering inclusivity and social justice in classrooms and beyond. | Various |
| Campus Human Resources: Diversity Courses and Programs | Numerous courses and programs offered for anyone insterested in learning about Allyship, becoming and Inclusive Leader, Implicit Bias, etc. | Virtual - Zoom |
| College of Arts & Sciences: Access, Innovation & Disability Symposium | Embracing Disability, Elucidating the student experience, From misdiagnosis to advocacy, Universal Design, Accommodations and Athletics, Neurodiversity in the Workplace, and Building inclusive environments | In-Person annual conference |
| Includes information about upcoming DEI-related events and workshops. This calendar can be filtered by interest and by audience type. | Various | |
| This guide is intended to connect the CU community with an array of anti-racism resources to contribute to learning, dialogue, and change. | Ìý | |
| Center for Technology Workforce Innovation: Various | The Center for Technology Workforce Innovation (CTWI)’s mission is to build the technology workforce of the future by supporting organizations and initiatives that strengthen and expand the nation’s technology talent pool (K-12 through career). | Various |
| CU Health: Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center | "The Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center seeks to integrate secular contemplative practices into how we at the 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó work, teach, learn and live." | In-person |
| Undocumented Status Resources: Employee Resources | Resources for Undocumented Employees, as well as UndocuAlly Trainings for all faculty, staff, graduate students | Online resources |
| Sponsoring Entity & Title of Training | Outcomes | Modality |
|---|---|---|
| Ever-evolving hub of resources curated to support you as you work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion at CU 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó | Online resources | |
| Center for Cultural Connections & Community: Self-Guided Learning Resources | Collection of common social justice, diversity, equity and inclusion terminology | Online resources |
| Undocumented Status Resources: Employee Resources | Resources for Undocumented Employees, as well as UndocuAlly Trainings for all faculty, staff, graduate students | Online resources |
| Office of Institutional Equity & Compliance: Skill Building Workshops | OIEC offers evidence based educational programs that build skills to reduce and address discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, intimate partnet violence, and stalking.Ìý | In-Person or Virtual |
| Campus Human Resources: Diverstiy Courses and Programs | Numerous courses and programs offered for anyone insterested in learning about Allyship, becoming and Inclusive Leader, Implicit Bias, etc. | Virtual - Zoom and In-Person |
| Numerous courses for anyone interested in learning more about race in the US: Antiracism I, II, and III | Online self guided courses | |
| The course aimed at developing inclusive cultures where everyone feels valued and respected. | Online self guided courses | |
| Numerous courses for anyone interested in learning more about diversity and inclusion in the workplace | Online self guided modules | |
| Several trainings for faculty and staff on inclusive hiring practicesÌý | Online self guided trainings | |
| Collection of tips, podcasts, and online courses on general wellness for faculty, staff, and studentsÌý | Online toolkit | |
| College of Arts & Sciences: Access, Innovation & Disability Symposium | Embracing Disability, Elucidating the student experience, From misdiagnosis to advocacy, Universal Design, Accommodations and Athletics, Neurodiversity in the Workplace, and Building inclusive environments | In-Person annual conference |
| Fostering community through a support network of mentors, allies, and peers; Providing shared opportunities for resource sharing, education, and training and development; Supporting the recruitment and retention of historically minoritized groups and their allies; and/or Advocating for policy change and culturally responsive programming to meet the needs of all campus constituents.Ìý Ìý | In-person and virtual | |
| Includes information about upcoming DEI-related events and workshops. This calendar can be filtered by interest and by audience type. | Various | |
| CU Health and Well-Being: Supervisor Training for DEI Goal Evaluation | Required training for supervisors in health and wellness | In-person and virtual options |
| This guide is intended to connect the CU community with an array of anti-racism resources to contribute to learning, dialogue, and change. | Ìý | |
| CU Health: Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center | "The Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center seeks to integrate secular contemplative practices into how we at the 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó work, teach, learn and live." | In-person |
Faculty Resources
| Sponsoring Entity & Title of Training | Outcomes | Modality |
|---|---|---|
| Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS): 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, critical conversation, instruction, lectures, panels, performances, & exhibitions | CAAAS collaborates on projects with DEI initiatives across the CU campus, based on the principles of intersectionality and interdisciplinarity | In-personÌý |
| Center for Cultural Connections & Community: SafeZone | SafeZone (facilitated by the Pride Office) provides participants with the skills to create inclusive learning and work environments for people of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. | In-Person |
| Center for Cultural Connections & Community: Self-Guided Learning Resources | Collection of common social justice, diversity, equity and inclusion terminology | Online resources |
| Undocumented Status Resources: Employee Resources | Resources for Undocumented Employees, as well as UndocuAlly Trainings for all faculty, staff, graduate students | Online resources |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Just & Equitable Teaching Micro-Credential | JET programs provides PD in social justice and equity in the classroom for graduate, professional students, postdoctoral fellows, and teaching staff and faculty of all ranks affiliated with CU 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó. | Varies |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Inclusive 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó Mentoring Micro-Credential | Prepares graduate students instructors/mentors, postdoctoral scholars, faculty and staff to enhance their academic mentoring in research environments. | In-Person |
| Center for Teaching and Learning: Inclusive Community of Practice Network | A supportive network for equity-minded educators and professionals at CU 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó. It’s a space to connect, learn, and share strategies for fostering inclusivity and social justice in classrooms and beyond. | Various |
| Office of Institutional Equity & Compliance: Skill Building Workshops | OIEC offers evidence based educational programs for students, faculty and staff that build skills to reduce and address discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, intimate partnet violence, and stalking.Ìý | In-Person |
| Campus Human Resources: Diversity Courses and Programs | Numerous courses and programs offered for anyone insterested in learning about Allyship, becoming and Inclusive Leader, Implicit Bias, etc. | Virtual - Zoom |
| Numerous courses for anyone interested in learning more about race in the US: Antiracism I, II, and III | Online self guided courses | |
| The course aimed at developing inclusive cultures where everyone feels valued and respected. | Online self guided courses | |
| Numerous courses for anyone interested in learning more about diversity and inclusion in the workplace | Online self guided modules | |
| Several trainings (audiobooks, books, videos, and courses) for faculty and staff on inclusive hiring practicesÌý | Online self guided trainings | |
| Courses, trainings, and workshops for educators Ìý | Online toolkit | |
| Office of Graduate Access and Retention: Grant proposal assistance & Recruitment Opportunities | Offers grant proposal assistance by providing text and data to support the broader impact statements (grants). GAR attends national inclusion-focused recruitment conferences and offers suggestions for recruitment opportunities.Ìý | Online resources |
| College of Arts & Sciences: Access, Innovation & Disability Symposium | Embracing Disability, Elucidating the student experience, From misdiagnosis to advocacy, Universal Design, Accommodations and Athletics, Neurodiversity in the Workplace, and Building inclusive environments. Free and open to the general public. | In-Person annual conference |
| Fostering community through a support network of mentors, allies, and peers; Providing shared opportunities for resource sharing, education, and training and development; Supporting the recruitment and retention of historically minoritized groups and their allies; and/or Advocating for policy change and culturally responsive programming to meet the needs of all campus constituents. Open to all staff and faculty at CU 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó.Ìý | Ìý | |
| Includes information about upcoming DEI-related events and workshops. This calendar can be filtered by interest and by audience type. | Various | |
| Center for Asian Studies: 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó, education, events, opportunities in/outside of CU | 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó opportunities, webinars, outreach programs at CU and outside of CU. Major/Minor, Certificate, Grad Certificate | Various |
| This guide is intended to connect the CU community with an array of anti-racism resources to contribute to learning, dialogue, and change. Open to all members of the campus community. | Ìý | |
| Center for Technology Workforce Innovation (CTWI) | The Center for Technology Workforce Innovation (CTWI)’s mission is to build the technology workforce of the future by supporting organizations and initiatives that strengthen and expand the nation’s technology talent pool (K-12 through career). CTWI's resources include the following:
| Various |
| Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center: Events | "The Contemplative Arts, Learning and Meditation (CALM) Center seeks to integrate secular contemplative practices into how we at the 91ÃÛÌÒ¸ó work, teach, learn and live." | In-person, hybrid, virtual |