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Inclusive Excellence at Cal Poly

What is Inclusive Excellence

According to the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U), "The Making Excellence Inclusive initiative is designed to help colleges and universities fully integrate their diversity and educational quality efforts and embed them into the core of academic mission and institutional functioning."

Read more about AAC&U's Making Excellence Inclusive Initiative

Worst Fears Facilitation Primer

At the recent Forum on Hate Crimes, a student complained that faculty often seem unwilling to discuss in class significant events occurring in the community or beyond, such as the Japanese earthquake and tsunami, or the cross burning in Arroyo Grande. Recognizing that some faculty (and staff) might feel uncomfortable taking on such discussions, believing themselves unprepared to handle possible emotional reactions (e.g., a distraught student running from the classroom in tears), Barbara Gilbert in Counseling Services has produced a primer entitled “Worst Fears Facilitation Tips” to help with these situations.

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Forum on Hate Crimes

Following an incident involving the burning of a cross in the nearby City of Arroyo Grande, a Forum on Hate Crimes was held at Cal Poly. About 140 students, faculty, and staff were present. More information on the hate crimes forum.