‘Global and Multicultural Initiatives’ Category
Alumni Global and Multicultural Award
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Create an award (e.g. Cultural Competency Award) to honor alumni involved in global and/or multicultural efforts that exemplify the Gustavus’s values and commitment in that arena. This recommendation was placed in the Cultural Perspectives Strategic Framework Substantive Category using the language: Create an award to honor […]
Support for Study-Away Participants
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Develop a continuum of connection and support for study-away participants. Additional explanation: Require pre-departure, study away, and post-immersion opportunities tied to all student immersion experiences. Create avenues to encourage connection and sharing of experiences among students on campus and those studying away. These could include the […]
Cultural Diversity Seminar for Sophomores
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Strongly encourage every sophomore to take an on-campus seminar on cultural diversity. This recommendation was placed in the Cultural Perspectives Strategic Framework Substantive Category using the language: Strongly encourage every sophomore to take an on-campus seminar on cultural diversity. This recommendation was placed is Tier 3 […]
Recruitment and Retention of International Students
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Increase the recruitment and retention of international students. Additional explanation: This would involve both the dedication of a full-time position whose primary responsibility is to increase the number of students from other countries who apply, attend, and persist at Gustavus; providing sufficient travel funds for this […]
Vice President of Global and Multicultural Initiatives
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Create the position of Vice President of Global and Multicultural Initiatives to provide authority and accountability for diversity. Additional explanation: Diversity is a priority of the College. A position at a key decision-making level would reflect this commitment. This individual would push for results that align […]
Interreligious Programming
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Provide the interreligious programming and space resources needed to support students of various religious backgrounds. Additional explanation: As Gustavus recruits a more diverse student body, there will be increased need for spiritual resources, including space for religious observance outside of the Chapel; support for other religious […]
Individual Cultural Competency
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Assess and develop individual cultural competency throughout campus and the Board of Trustees. Additional explanation: Because the value of diversity is recognized as part of the mission of Gustavus, the entire Gustavus community must recognize and remain current in this commitment. Encourage trustees, faculty, staff, and […]
Funding of Global and Multicultural Initiatives
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Create endowed funds to support global and multicultural initiatives. This recommendation was placed in the Tangible Resources Strategic Framework Substantive Category using the language: Create endowed funds to support global and multicultural initiatives. This recommendation was placed is Tier 2 and is being monitored by the […]
Global and Multicultural Fellowship
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Initiate a competitive global and multicultural fellowship or research stipend to support faculty development through the Kendall Center. Additional explanation: This opportunity would enhance faculty skills and insight in intercultural pedagogy. This recommendation was placed in the Cultural Perspectives Strategic Framework Substantive Category using the language: […]
Global and Multicultural Faculty Development
Recommendation from the Global and Multicultural Initiatives Task Force: Establish a faculty development program (or enhance the existing program) to provide opportunities for faculty to explore issues of globalism and multiculturalism. Additional explanation: These could include funding and release time for course development, and training so faculty can address issues of bias, racism, homophobia, etc. […]