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Partnerships and Initiatives

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central
to a liberal arts education and critical to the well-being of a democratic culture. DEI collaborates with faculty, staff, and students on learning, teaching, student development, institutional functioning, and engagement in our community—local as well as global. The College also partners with several national organizations that support our efforts to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus, including the Posse Foundation, the American Talent Initiative, and the National Center for Faculty Diversity and Development.
Our Partners
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Our Partners

DEI provides direction and support to campus-wide diversity initiatives focused on the classroom experience, campus climate, training and recruitment, and community support. We work closely with other campus departments and organizations, including:

Affinity Group Spotlight

Affinity Group Spotlight

Bard Professionals of Color

Bard Professionals of Color exists to provide mutual support to staff of color in their work at Bard and as professionals in their respective fields. It also exists as a safe and affirming social space for staff of color with a focus on fostering community. The Professionals of Color group works to bring institutional equity and inclusion to the forefront, particularly in regards to departmental transparency on evaluation and promotion criteria. Contact: Kahan Sablo, Dean for Inclusive Excellence, ksablo@bard.edu, or sign up at professionalsofcolor@bard.edu.

Special Initiatives