Craig Rand, interim dean of Academic Services at DCC, will facilitate the second session in the Diversity Council’s program series, “Combating Whispers and Suspicions: Valuing Diverse Hires,” at 8 a.m. March 24 and 26.
The second of the three-session series is aimed at generating discussion on MCC’s approach to recruitment and hiring. It will explore whether MCC’s efforts help or hinder the college’s strategic goals to strengthen recruitment initiatives and implement strategies to ensure diversity and inclusion. (See events schedule below.)
Rand, professor of physical education, has served in several leadership roles during his 22 years at MCC: co-chair of the Diversity Council, chairperson of Health and Physical Education, and chairperson of the Department Chairs Group. This year, he is helping oversee the Eat Well/Live Well Challenge at MCC.
Rand is recipient of the 2004 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence and is listed in the 2006-07 edition of Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers. Some of his innovative approaches to improving wellness outcomes for the campus community include the introduction of MCC’s disc golf course and the Labyrinth, located in the Stabins Physical Education Complex.
Individuals interested in attending any of the Diversity Council sessions are encouraged to contact Mary O’Reilly at <mailto:moreilly@monroecc.edu> or 292-2109.
“Combating Whispers and Suspicions: Valuing Diverse Hires”
Diversity Council Breakfast Series: Three Sessions
SESSION II: Why Diversity and Inclusion in Hiring are Important to MCC. This facilitated conversation will explore the opportunities and challenges of hiring diverse candidates and address whether an emphasis on diversity and inclusiveness helps or hinders affirmative action.
Facilitator: Craig Rand, interim dean of Academic Services at DCC and physical education professor
March 24, 2009 from 8:00 – 9:00 am (Forum)
March 26, 2009 from 8:00 – 9:00 am (DCC – Room 5057)
SESSION III: How Do Other Local Colleges and Businesses Practice Diversity? Local employers will share their opportunities and challenges.
Speakers:
April 14 -- Clay Osborne, vice president of Workforce Diversity and Organizational Effectiveness in Corporate Human Resources, at Bausch & Lomb
April 16 -- Alfreda Brown, interim chief diversity officer, Rochester Institute of Technology; Renee Baker, manager of Faculty Recruitment, RIT.
April 14, 2009 from 8:00 – 9:00 am (Forum)
April 16, 2009 from 8:00 – 9:00 am (DCC – Room 5057)
Please RSVP to Mary O’Reilly at <mailto:moreilly@monroecc.edu> or 292-2109.
Charlotte Downing and Christopher Otero-Piersante
Co-chairs, Diversity Council
03/23/2009 |