- RIT Diversity
- Isaac L. Jordan Pluralism Award for Faculty & Staff
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new institute policy regarding the Isaac L. Jordan Sr. Pluralism Award
In order to be considered for this award, a faculty member must have been employed by RIT for a minimum of three years of continuous service as a regular (i.e., full-time, part-time, or extended part-time) employee. Temporary faculty, including those hired on an adjunct basis, are not eligible for nomination. |
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develops and delivers innovative course curricula that encourage students to critically examine, discuss, share, develop, and promote their understanding of diversity
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develops inclusive teaching methods that foster thought and dialogue concerning issues of pluralism
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disseminates scholarly research or other creative work that examines, reviews, develops, and/or promotes issues of diversity
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develops programs that serve to enhance the recruitment, retention, and graduation of students and/or the recruitment and retention of faculty and staff from underrepresented groups
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provides service to the RIT and/or off-campus communities, especially in ways that serve to build connections between these two groups in an effort to enhance and foster issues of pluralism
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participates in the mentorship of undergraduate and/or graduate students outside of the classroom in ways that serve to enhance their understanding and promotion of issues that involve diversity
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develops programs that serve to encourage an open dialogue concerning issues of diversity and pluralism among various constituencies
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How to Nominate: Submit Nomination packets via email by March 2, 2012 to:
Matthew Lynn
Matthew A. Lynn
Chairman, Isaac L. Jordan Faculty/Staff Awards Committee
President’s Commission on Pluralism and Inclusion
malntm@rit.edu | 585.475.5923 (v/tty)
The recipient will receive a $1,000 cash prize and an artistic rendition of a flame representing the ongoing spirit of diversity. |
