1. “Diversity & Inclusion in Illinois Higher Education” Illinois Community College Trustees Association March 14, 2008 Terry Nunn Deputy Director, Diversity and Outreach Illinois Board of Higher Education nunn@ibhe.org (217) 557-7377

2. Illinois Board of Higher Education Policy Statement – “Diversity” Our Policy The Illinois Board of Higher Education recognizes that student and faculty diversity enhances the education of all students and offers direct and indirect public benefits to our state and nation. Diverse learning environments positively affect students’ critical thinking skills, their civic commitment, and preparation for work in a global economy, among other benefits. The Illinois Board of Higher Education and its public colleges and universities are committed to making the utmost efforts, and using all legal means, to advance diversity in higher education. Source IBHE 3/14/20082

3. THE SHIFTING LANDSCAPE Diversity & Inclusion - Part I Diversity & Inclusion - Part II CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES Source IBHE 3/14/20083

4. THE SHIFTING LANDSCAPE Diversity & Inclusion - Part I Source IBHE 3/14/20084

5. Overview Examine data trends and comparisons in higher education – Review Enrollments (By Sector, Race & Gender) – Discuss Graduation Rate Data – Discuss Transfer Data – Review Full-time Faculty Data Discuss Policy Implications for Illinois Community College Trustees Source IBHE 3/14/20085

6. Co-Presenter Dr. Karen Hunter-Anderson Vice President, Adult Education & Institutional Support, Illinois Community College Board, Springfield, Illinois Source IBHE 3/14/20086

7. Why Should We Discuss “Diversity & Inclusion” in IL Higher Ed? “Live in a global society” “Necessary part of life” “Need different solutions to old problems” “Our educational competence depends on it” “Because it affects our bottom line” Source IBHE 3/14/20087

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15. GRADUATION RATES Illinois Higher Education Source IBHE 3/14/200815

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18. FACULTY DATA Illinois Higher Education Source IBHE 3/14/200818

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25. TRANSFER DATA Illinois Higher Education Source IBHE 3/14/200825

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27. CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Diversity & Inclusion - Part II Source IBHE 3/14/200827

28. Overview Participants will examine various challenges and opportunities faced by colleges and universities regarding diversity and inclusion Panelists will discuss strategies that have been successfully implemented at institutions Participants will consider policy implications for Illinois Community College Trustees Source IBHE 3/14/200828

29. Panelists Dr. Larry Peterson, President, Shawnee Community College Dr. Kim Armstrong, Assistant Dean of Student Support Services, Black Hawk College Dr. Santos Rivera, Senior Executive Director, Affirmative Action and Institutional Outreach Initiatives, Northeastern Illinois University Source IBHE 3/14/200829

30. Focus Topics Dr. Larry Peterson - Recruitment and Retention of Minority Faculty and Staff Dr. Kim Armstrong – Successful Institutional Efforts for Inclusion / Diversity Dr. Santos Rivera – Supporting Successful Student Transfers Source IBHE 3/14/200830

31. Questions & Answers Source IBHE 3/14/200831