Pillar: Enable and Uplift Our Community to Thrive
Our faculty, staff, and students are the foundation of our entire organization. We recognize their individual strengths, champion their growth, and foster a sense of belonging among all members of our school community. We create an environment where our people thrive so that they can help others to thrive.
To learn more about each initiative and the related tactical plan, reach out to the strategic pillar leader. Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Director (Center for Public Health Practice), Clinical Assistant Professor, Cerise Hunt, PhD, MSW, is the pillar leader.
Create a culture of synergy and belonging, uniting as one entity across campuses and units, amplifying our collective impact. Increase collaboration between departments, centers, and campuses.
Offer school-wide events and peer connection points to build relationships across the school; provide opportunities for employee recognition and faculty mentorship..jpg?sfvrsn=e0890cbb_0 "PHiR Awardees (1)")
Stand as an employer of choice, attracting diverse talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and supporting the professional development of every individual in our school.
Provide extensive professional learning and development opportunities alongside clear paths for professional development for staff and faculty.
Establish a culture that attracts and retains talent, with a focus on underrepresented (from priority populations) talent.
Monitor the school climate, employee satisfaction, and trends in employment and retention in order to identify and address school-wide trends; support career development and equity across our positions.
Increase the representation of our staff, students, and faculty to reflect the community that we serve and monitor this increase through a dashboard.
Develop and establish a faculty and staff recruitment strategy that enables the recruitment of underrepresented populations, ensuring a more inclusive and equitable academic environment.
Establish a funding base that is robust and diversified, ensuring sustained growth and empowering us to achieve greater impact year after year.
Through measures such as the modification of the campus funding structure, legislative work, and the bolstering of advancement efforts, diversify the funding base of the school.
