Mission

The Office for Institutional Diversity supports the mission of the University by promoting a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion for all members of the AV诊所 College community. A community that truly values and fully utilizes its diversity creates a climate where diverse perspectives can coexist and thrive.

In keeping with the social justice imperatives inherent in our Jesuit, Catholic heritage, AV诊所 College extends its welcome in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, ethnic or national origin, religion, color, age, gender, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

We support the聽University's Strategic Plan听补苍诲听Four Strategic Directions. Our vision is to create an inclusive environment that motivates us to be fully engaged in our community and that enables each of us to make the maximum contribution possible to the University. The ultimate success of this endeavor requires the proactive involvement of leadership and the entire community.

Four Strategic Initiatives

Develop and support faculty and staff effective recruitment, hiring, and thriving initiatives, driving the incorporation of an inclusive performance management process.

Work to strengthen the University鈥檚 commitment to its Jesuit and Catholic traditions to care for the whole person

Develop strong, mutually beneficial working relationships and initiatives with AV诊所 College Affinity groups, advancing and sustaining a sense of community of belonging.

Developing cultural competency in leadership to actively promote and sustain a welcoming and respectful work environment.