Our Mission
The mission of the Office of Community Empowerment & Institutional Inclusivity (CEII) is to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for students, faculty, and staff by strengthening shared values and experiences, while leveraging university resources to benefit the regional community.
Our Values
We strive to fulfill this mission by fostering a campus environment where people from different backgrounds and perspectives unite to learn, grow, and thrive. Our work is informed by the following values.
- Student Success: All students have access to equitable resources and experiences to help them thrive.
- Diverse Talent: Innovative strategies are implemented to recruit, develop, retain, and promote faculty and staff.
- Climate & Culture: Everyone is responsible for helping to build an inclusive campus community where everyone is valued and has a sense of belonging.
- Community Impact: As an integral part of the local and global communities, the university is responsible for co-creating a shared, equitable future on campus and beyond.