Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity Statement

Brightpoint Community College embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion that empowers anyone from anywhere to be successful in their academic and professional pursuits. We strive to provide an environment that is enriching to all by understanding and appreciating our dimensions of diversity, becoming global citizens, and welcoming new ways of engaging the unique contributions of all people.

Diversity Defined

Brightpoint Community College defines diversity as the traditional categories of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, religion, national origin, disability status and all intersections of identity and cultural backgrounds.

Council on Diversity and Inclusion

In 2013, the college formed the Council on Diversity and Inclusion, consisting of faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds, and charged them with developing and executing a diversity and inclusion strategic plan for the college.

Council on Diversity and Inclusion Chair: Dr. Gabriel Olmstead
Chief Diversity Officer: Cherie Watts