Inclusive Excellence is a shared endeavor that thrives on the active participation and contributions of our diverse community members. DOIE invites students, faculty, and staff to showcase and share their initiatives that embody inclusive excellence. By highlighting these efforts, we aim to inspire collaboration, celebrate diversity, and foster an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.
Inclusive Excellence In Action Stories
Share Your Inclusive Excellence Practices
We encourage you to submit stories and examples of how you or your department are advancing inclusive excellence at UMBC. These narratives will be featured on our website to serve as a resource and inspiration for the entire campus community. Examples of practices you might share include:
- Curricular Innovations: Developing courses that incorporate diverse perspectives, authors, and case studies to enrich the learning experience and reflect the global society we live in.
- Inclusive Pedagogy: Implementing teaching strategies that accommodate diverse learning styles and create equitable opportunities for all students to succeed.
- Community Engagement: Organizing programs or events that promote cross-cultural understanding, dialogue, and collaboration among different groups within and outside the university.
- Policy Development: Establishing departmental policies that prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices, professional development, and daily operations.
- Support Services: Creating initiatives that provide resources and support for underrepresented or marginalized groups within the UMBC community.
To share your story, email us at Culture@umbc.edu. Please include your contact information and a brief statement about your Inclusive Excellence practices, and someone from DOIE will connect with you. Your contributions are vital in building a more inclusive and equitable campus for all.