C lemson Libraries Strategic Planning for. Or: W hat has the Diversity Plan W orking Group Been Doing This Year?

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1 C lemson Libraries Strategic Planning for Inclusive Excellence Or: W hat has the Diversity Plan W orking Group Been Doing This Year?

2 W hat Is Inclusive Excellence? A focus on student intellectual and social development A purposeful development of and utilization of organizational resources to enhance student learning Attention to the cultural differences learners bring to the educational experience and that enhance the enterprise A welcoming community that engages all of its diversity in the service of student and organizational learning W illiams, D. A., Berger, J. B., & McC lendon, S. A. (2005). Toward a model of inclusive excellence and change in postsecondary institutions. Washington, DC : Association of American C olleges and Universities.

3 Access and Equity Inclusive Excellence Scorecard The compositional number and success levels of historically underrepresented students, faculty, and staff in higher education Diversity in the Formal and Informal Curriculum Diversity content in the courses, programs, and experiences across the various academic programs and in the social dimensions of the campus environment C ampus C limate The development of a psychological and behavioral climate supportive of all students Student Learning and Development The acquisition of content knowledge about diverse groups and cultures and the development of cognitive complexity W illiams, D. A., Berger, J. B., & McC lendon, S. A. (2005). Toward a model of inclusive excellence and change in postsecondary institutions. W ashington, DC : Association of American C olleges and Universities.

4 Inclusive Excellence at C lemson U niversity: A Strategic Plan Development of Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plans Planning cycle to coincide with ClemsonFORWARD (2026) Phase I: All C olleges, the Libraries, the Division of Inclusion and Equity Phase II: University Divisions and C ommissions Athletics, C hief Financial Officer, Student Affairs, C C IT, Development & Alumni Relations, University Relations, Human Resources, Office of the President, Undergraduate Studies, Graduate School, Office of the Provost, Office of Research, Public Service & Agriculture, and University C ommissions (Accessibility, Black Faculty and Staff, Hispanic and Latino Affairs, LGBTQ, and Status of W omen)

5 W hy is the Library Part of This? Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core concepts of librarianship and library services ALA C ode of Ethics W e provide the highest level of service to all library users through appropriate and usefully organized resources; equitable service policies; equitable access; and accurate, unbiased, and courteous responses to all requests. ALA Core Values of Librarianship W e value our nation's diversity and strive to reflect that diversity by providing a full spectrum of resources and services to the communities we serve. ALA Bill of Rights A person s right to use a library should not be denied or abridged because of origin, age, background, or views.

6 Expectations of C olleges, Divisions & C ommissions Action Libraries Status Identify plan administrator(s) for each college / division / commission Identify members to serve on team to develop strategic plan Develop inventory of current initiatives connected to strategic priorities and related focus areas Identify strategic priorities and related focus areas to include on strategic plan Develop related goals, objectives, action steps, measures, etc. Participate in training for new C ampuslabs system Build strategic plan in CampusLabs by March 29, 2019 In progress Upcoming Upcoming

7 W orking Group members, past and present Rodger Bishop Lita Davis Suzanne Rook-Schilf Lisa Bodenheimer Lili Klar Alydia Sims Brenda Burk Nashieli Marcano Tara W eekes Robin Chambers Joshua Morgan Derek W ilmott Jan Comfort Ed Rock Follow our activities on StaffWeb / library.clemson.edu/ depts/ staffweb/ staff-groups/library-diversity-planworking-group/

8 Support from Inclusion & Equity Develop framework that includes priorities and potential focus areas Provide data and other resources to inform the planning process Plan administrators meet regularly with Asst. VP for Strategic Diversity Leadership for support, information sharing and accountability Plan administrators meet at least once per semester with other plan administrators (as a group) for support, information sharing and collaboration Update strategic plan as needed as goals / objectives / action steps are completed. Develop module within CampusLabs to build and house the strategic plans Provide necessary training on CampusLabs system

9 Plan Framework

10 Pillar #1: Education & Training Education and training experiences to build cultural competencies across the organization. Focus Area Examples Intercultural competence of students Library Examples Provide training for student workers Intercultural competence of faculty and staff Provide training for Library Leadership Team

11 Pillar #2: Climate & Infrastructure Creating academic, living and work environments that effectively support the success of students, faculty and staff. Focus Area Examples Library Examples Inclusive facilities Assess and improve accessibility of C ooper Library, physically and virtually Support services for underrepresented and/or underserved populations Outreach to different student groups to encourage use of Library resources and spaces

12 Pillar #3: Recruitment & Retention Active and aggressive recruitment and retention of a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Focus Area Examples Recruitment of underrepresented faculty and staff Library Examples Investigate different avenues of advertisement to recruit diverse staff Retention of underrepresented faculty and staff Establish and maintain a mentoring program for library employees

13 Pillar #4: Research & Scholarship Building and enhancing opportunities for research and scholarship in diversity-related fields. Focus Area Examples Research involving underrepresented / underserved populations Library Examples Identify C lemson faculty involved in diversity and inclusion-related scholarship and increase outreach efforts to Research and share the complete history of Clemson with regard to diverse populations Host genealogy workshop focusing on African-American genealogy during Black History Month

14 Pillar #5: Strategic Partnerships Building and supporting strategic partnerships that respect diversity, include diverse groups and support the advancement of diversity and inclusion for both. Focus Area Examples Diversity of representation on alumni / advisory boards Library Examples Establish a Student Advisory Board ensuring a wide range of voices are heard Improving the plight of underserved communities in the state / region Develop partnerships with public libraries in the area

15 Pillar #6: Leadership Support & Development T op-down support for diversity and inclusion and the creation of a pipeline of culturally competent academic leaders. Focus Area Examples Culture of support for diversity and inclusion Leadership development opportunities for underrepresented populations Library Examples All supervisors encourage employees to participate in diversity and inclusion-related training Recruit and hire Libraries Diversity Fellow Librarian

16 Action Finalize Mission Statement Next Steps Time December 2018 Share framework with all employees and gather feedback Share draft plan and gather feedback Add plan in Campus Labs software Create Libraries Diversity Committee to implement the plan December 2018 January - February 2019 February - March 2019 March 2019

17 M ission Statement Current T he Clemson U niversity Libraries embrace excellence in providing information and the development of innovative programs, services, and technologies that support University goals.

18 M ission Statement Proposed Clemson U niversity Libraries embrace excellence in developing and providing innovative and inclusive collections, programs, services, and technologies that support Clemson U niversity goals and the information needs of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. W e are committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for all, and we encourage the use of our facilities and services regardless of background, culture, or identity.

19 Activity: Share your ideas!

20 Feedback and Ideas: Keep Sharing! In person at Cooper - 3 rd floor hallway & Reference office on the 4 th floor In person at the Depot - Breakroom Online via StaffW eb Libraries Holiday Lunch on Tuesday, December 18

21 Questions? Contact: The Diversity Plan W orking Group: Lisa Bodenheimer, Brenda Burk, Robin Chambers, Lita Davis, Lili Klar, Josh Morgan, Renna Redd, Ed Rock, Alydia Sims, Tara W eekes, Derek W ilmott Dean Cox - cnc2@clemson.edu Altheia L. Richardson - lalthei@clemson.edu