2015-2016 CICCE Inclusion & Diversity Education Team

Inclusion & Diversity Education Team
Application Packet
2014 – Inclusion
2015 & Diversity Education Team are student
The Center for Inclusion & Cross Cultural Engagement’s
volunteers who are dedicated to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice. This group will
function as a proactive educational advocacy group that promotes diversity and acceptance at The University of
Mississippi. The Inclusion & Diversity Education Team will help develop and present educational workshops to
promote the awareness, acceptance and necessity for diversity to fellow students.
The Inclusion & Diversity Education Team will serve as a valuable resource for students, faculty, staff, and
campus organizations.
Program Goals & Objectives
The Inclusion and Diversity Education Team will facilitate educational programs on diversity, multiculturalism,
and other special topics for interested organizations, offices, and academic classes. The primary goal is to
increase awareness of diversity related concerns while creating a dialogue that explores the campus definition
and understanding of diversity.
We commit to help our students gain insights, value diversity, and take actions by:
 Creating a cultural surrounding where diversity is a driving force.
 Increasing appreciation of differences and similarities.
 Limiting the influence of stereotypes.
 Transforming knowledge into acceptance and empathy.
 Understanding the impact of their behaviors on others.
What does it take to become a CICCE Inclusion and Diversity Education Team Member?
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Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher and be in good disciplinary standing.
Attend required team meetings and training sessions.
Have strong oral and written communications skills.
Exhibit a commitment to diversity.
Display a willingness to learn more about topics and issues of diversity.
Serve as a role model to all students and the University community.
Possess high sensitivity to global cultural issues and concerns.
Demonstrate strong leadership, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Facilitate diversity education workshops and activities for University of Mississippi students.
Be highly-motivated, patient, enthusiastic, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Be knowledgeable of and familiar with the University of Mississippi’s and Center for Inclusion’s mission
and goals.
Please return the completed application packet to:
The Center for Inclusion & Cross Cultural Engagement located in Stewart Hall, Suite 129.
Your completed packet should include:
1. Completed Application Form including Essay Questions
2. One Completed Recommendation Form by a University of Mississippi Faculty Member or Staff
Member (i.e. Supervisor, Student Organization Advisor, etc.)
4. Current resume listing your extracurricular activities, community service, and offices held at the
University. Include length of involvement and leadership roles for each activity.
Application Due: No later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, April 15, 2015.
DIVERSITY EDUCATION PROGRAM
Inclusion & Diversity Education Application Form
**All fields are required. Please type or print using blue or black ink.**
First Name:
Last Name:
Student ID #:
Date of Birth:
Classification:
Major/School:
Cumulative GPA:
Home Phone: (
Expected Graduation Date:
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Cell Phone: (
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Current Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
State:
Zip Code:
Permanent Address:
City:
E-Mail Address:
_______@go.olemiss.edu OR
List your campus involvement (names of organizations/programs and status):
List all leadership trainings and leadership positions (name of organizations and dates):
Application Due: No later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, April 15, 2015.
Essay Questions:
Please use an additional sheet of paper to answer the following questions (please type):
1. Why do you want to join and what do you hope to gain as a member of the Inclusion & Diversity
Education Team?
2. What is your passion and how would you apply it as a member of the Inclusion & Diversity Education
Team?
3. Briefly address the qualities that will make you a successful member of the Inclusion & Diversity
Education Team.
Applicant Signature:
Date:
Application Due: No later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, April 15, 2015.
Inclusion & Diversity Education Team
Recommendation Form
(To be completed by a Mississippi Faculty or Staff Member)
Name of Applicant:
Name of Evaluator:
Title/Position:
Relationship to Applicant:
Email:
Phone:
On what occasion did you know the student applicant?
How long have you known the student applicant?
To assist the Center for Inclusion & Cross Cultural Engagement in its selection of Inclusion & Diversity
Education Team members, please provide an honest appraisal regarding the strengths and weaknesses of the
above named student. Please return this form to the student in a sealed envelope. The student must
submit the reference with his/her application materials no later than 4:00 PM on April 15, 2015.
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Maintain a cumulative GPA 2.50 or higher and with Good disciplinary standing.
Attend required team meetings and training sessions.
Serve as role models to all students and the University community.
Possess high sensitivity to global cultural issues and concerns.
Demonstrate strong leadership, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Facilitate diversity education workshops and activities for University of Mississippi students.
Be highly-motivated, patient, enthusiastic, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Be knowledgeable of and familiar with the University of Mississippi’s mission and goals.
Please circle the most appropriate rating below.
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2= average 3= above average
4= excellent
Maturity
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Flexibility
Positive attitude
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OVERALL RATING
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Speak well in front of others
Prioritize multiple tasks
Work well under pressure
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Inclusion & Diversity Education Team
SELECTION PROCESS TIMELINE
2015-2016
March 16, 2015
Applications available at:
CICCE—Stewart Hall, Suite 129 or
inclusion.olemiss.edu
April 15, 2015
Application and recommendation forms DUE to The
Center for Inclusion & Cross Cultural Engagement’s
front desk no later than 4:00 PM
Ongoing
Review of applications by Selection Committee
April 16-17, 2015
Schedule Interviews
April 21-22, 2015
Individual Interviews
April 23, 2015
Candidates Notified of Status
April 24, 2015
Team Meeting
3:00 PM-5:00 PM
August 20-21, 2015
Inclusion & Diversity Educator Team Development
Workshop and Training