Diversity supports the mission of Central Ohio Technical College
and The Ohio State University at Newark. Respecting and promoting
diversity is vital to the education of our students and to the
learning environment of our campus community. We foster an
atmosphere where each of us is valued for our intellectual and
cultural perspectives, increasing our ability to reflect
critically and resolve challenges. We share a wealth of
experiences that strengthens us individually and as a society. As
students and educators, we commit to building a diverse and
engaged community.
In today’s environment, diversity and inclusion permeates, and is
the responsibility of all areas of the institutions. All
departments and offices are expected to promote and develop an
awareness of and sensitivity to multicultural and diversity
issues in order to enrich the educational and work experience for
our students and employees. The Diversity & Inclusion Advisory
Council of Central Ohio Technical College and The Ohio State
University at Newark works with and advises the COTC president
and the Ohio State Newark dean and director and other senior
leaders as appropriate concerning the promotion of diversity and
the further development of a welcoming and inclusive campus
climate. The advisory council consider matters that concern the
campus/college community especially with regard to diversity. Its
mission concerns the well-being of the community—its capacity for
collegiality and the pursuit of the commonweal while preserving
an excellent education for all students.
As institutions, we value mutual respect and diversity by
building relationships that acknowledge the essential dignity of
each individual and by valuing all races, genders, cultures,
backgrounds, lifestyles and abilities, and we are committed to
creating and sustaining an intellectually stimulating environment
for our collective growth.
Please visit the Intercultural Relations page for
more information about the annual Community Intercultural
Relations Conference.
For additional upcoming events and registration sponsored by the
Office of Multicultural Affairs, please visit this page.
