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Diversity and Equity Committee (DEC)

In matters regarding diversity, inclusiveness, and equity, the Diversity and Equity Committee advises the Administration and the faculty on policy; presents educational sessions for all employees; identifies issues regarding diversity and equity in campus life and refers them to the appropriate University office and/or committee(s) for action; and annually reviews and assesses aspects of the University's efforts to attract and retain a diverse campus community. - Taken from the Academic Handbook.

Committee Members 2012-13
Faculty members: selected by COF for three-year terms.
Full-time Faculty Members  
Kevin Howley 13
Caroline Jetton 15
Maria Forcadell 14
Naima Shifa (Spring semester replacement: Rachel Goldberg) 14
Part-time Faculty Member Kelley Hall 13
Administrative Members: The two appointees of the President serve three-year terms.

Kate Smanik (term ends 2014)
Myrna Hernandez (term ends 2013)
Hermen Diaz (Representative from Multicultural Affairs)
Pat Bacon (Director of Human Resources)
Brian Casey (President)
Cindy Babington (Vice-President for Student Life)

Hourly Staff: Two-year terms; appointed by Hourly Support Staffing Committee Pam Woodall (term ends June 2012)
Vacant (term ends June 2013)
Student Members: Two appointed by Student Congress Vacant
Vacant