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Columbus State Community College is rich in diversity and committed to appreciating
all of its constituents. Find out how you can be more inclusive of over 30,000 campus
community members.
Committees
Hispanic Heritage Month
Campus and community partners organizing youth activities, topical workshops and live
entertainment for the local Hispanic community.
MLK Celebration
Diversity, Study Abroad and TRIO Programs Department and colleagues developing annual
campus celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Spectrum
Gay and straight allies working to provide programming initiatives and advocacy for
the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered CSCC community. More information
SafeZone
SafeZone is a program designed to create a safe and embracing environment for lesbian,
gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals. SafeZone members are comprised
of individuals who have received training to educate themselves about issues within
the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community. Members are committed to being open, accepting and providing resource information
for LGBT individuals.
For information on scheduling a SafeZone training for your office or campus group, contact diversity@cscc.edu or 614.287.2426.
The Male Access Network (MAN) Initiative
The Male Access Network (MAN) Initiative is a retention program that focuses on character-building and leadership development. The program is intended for enrolled male credit and non-credit students at Columbus State Community College who are interested in planning for lifelong success.
Cougar Conversation Partners Program
The Cougar Conversation Partners Program matches native English speakers with non-native English speakers as well as students learning a foreign language. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for individuals to practice language, share cultural heritage and gain confidence in the communication of thoughts and ideas. Participation in the Cougar Conversation Partners (CCP) Program is a great way to gain volunteer experience and to become or remain proficient as a language learner.
There are two ways you can be a Cougar Conversation Partner.
- You can be a volunteer and help students practice their English skills or another foreign language OR
- You can be a participant and request a volunteer to work with you on communicating in English or your desired language.
The Department of Modern Languages
The mission of the Department of Modern Languages at Columbus State Community College is to provide quality language programs which
enhance the personal and academic growth of students and other members of the community
so that they are better prepared to meet the challenges of the local and increasingly
global society
Contact Kimberly Brazwell at 614.287.2426 or kbrazwel@cscc.edu for more information.
PONO
The Pono Learning Community is an initiative created and facilitated by the Diversity, Study Abroad and TRIO Programs Department. Launched in Autumn 2010, the Pono Learning Community (PLC) will provide a space for open dialogue of diversity and social responsibility issues.
The purpose of PLC is to:
- Serve as a multi-level learning community
- Provide a platform of collaboration between faculty, staff, administration and students
- Improve understanding of diversity concepts
SCHEDULE FOR COHORT II-A (Runs from October 2011 to February 2012)
• Orientation October 18, 2011 2-4pm
• Race and Ethnicity Module on November 1, 2011 from 2-4pm
• Sexual Orientation Module on November 15, 2011 from 2-4pm
• Religion and Faith Module on November 29, 2011 from 2-4pm
• Class and Economic Disadvantage Module on January 10, 2012 from 2-4pm
• Mental and Physical Disabilities Module on January 24, 2012 from 2-4pm
• Global Culture and Perspectives Module on February 7, 2012 from 2-4pm
• Book Session on February 21, 2012 from 2-4pm
Contact Kimberly Brazwell at 614.287.2426 or kbrazwel@cscc.edu for more information
