Programming Initiatives
Following review of the Summer 2020 Cultural and Religious Holiday University Task Force Recommendations and consultation between key campus constituents in Spring 2022, the DEIJ Core Team recommends the adoption of the following social justice-centered DEIJ programming initiatives.
1. Signature Events Schedule
In alignment with Cal Lutheran's mission and identity as an HSI, Cal Lutheran will commit to recognizing specific DEIJ programming to create a more inclusive, welcoming campus environment with an emphasis on student engagement, and opportunities for the full campus community to connect.
The University will commit to hosting six signature events/programs comprised of multiple
elements. A signature program/event marks an opportunity to encourage the campus community
(students, faculty & staff) to gather to celebrate and learn. TCD and CCEI will be
the main sponsors who will make the necessary budget available for these signature
events: TCD for faculty/staff and CCEI for students. The HSI-DEI Director will serve
as a coordinator to identify partnerships and supporting leadership (e.g., offices/units/academic
programs/etc.). CCEI will coordinate student group engagement and general student-oriented
programming.
| Month | Signature Event | Partners | Event Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | |||
| September/October | Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month | M&I, CEJ, Academic Services, Library, Sodexo, Latinx Affinity group, Student groups | |
| October | LGBTQIA+ History Month | M&I, CEJ, Library, Sodexo, LGBTQ+ Affinity group, Student groups | Flyer 2022 |
| November | Indigenous Heritage Month | M&I, CEJ, CGI, Library, Sodexo, Student groups | Flyer 2022 |
| Spring Semester | |||
| February | Black History Month | M&I, Academic Services, BSU, CEJ, Library, Sodexo, BEA Affinity group, Student groups | Flyer 2023 |
| March | Disability Awareness Month | HR, Library, Student Life/Service & Leadership | Flyer 2023 |
| April | Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month | M&I, Academic Services, CEJ, Library, Sodexo, API Affinity group, Student groups | Flyer 2023 |
Institutional Signature Events/Programs Goals:
- The Office of Talent, Culture and Diversity will work closely with the CCEI and campus community (academic departments, affinity groups, etc.) to provide support and co-sponsor signature events.
- The Office of Talent, Culture and Diversity will work with the President’s office and Marketing to develop Signature Event announcements that will be shared with the campus community.
- Signature events will incorporate educational opportunities, cultural celebrations, faith connections, and/or community and service engagement options.
- Marketing and Communications Depts will support with communications, flyers, and social media posts etc.
- Partnerships with Academic Departments and Campus Ministries.
2. Educational Recognition Programs
In addition to the six signature events/programs, the university will highlight several DEIJ events/programs throughout the year to educate and recognize the meaning around specific days of remembrance.
| Institutional Recognition Programs | Month | Sponsor/Lead | Partners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January | TCD & CCEI | CEJ, Library, Affinity groups, Academic Departments, Center for Global Engagement (CGE) |
| Lunar New Year (15 days) | January/February | CGE & CCEI | TCD, Library, Student Union, Student groups |
| World Day of Social Justice | February | CEJ & CGE | TCD |
| Cesar Chavez Day | March | TCD | CCEI, Library, Affinity groups, Academic Departments, Center for Global Engagement (CGE) |
| Women’s History Month & Women’s Day | March | CCEI & TCD | CEJ, Library, Student groups |
| PRIDE Month | June | TCD & CCEI | CEJ, Library, Campus Ministry, LGBTQ Affinity group, Student groups |
| Juneteenth | June | TCD & CCEI | CEJ, Library |
| Indigenous People’s Day |
October (formerly Columbus Day) |
CCEI | M&I, Religion Dept, CEJ, Library |
| International Week | November | CGE | TCD, Libary |
| National Girls and Women in Sports Day | Beginning of February | Athletics & TCD | CCEI |
DEIJ Educational Recognition/Events/Programs Goals:
- The office of Talent, Culture and Diversity will work with the President’s office and Communications to develop announcements that will be shared with the campus community.
- DEIJ educational recognition events will incorporate educational opportunities, service, and/or community engagement options.
- Partnerships with Academic Departments and Campus Ministries.
3. Religious and Cultural Observances
There are too many days of observance to adequately address everyone, but a select representation of religious and cultural observances is provided to raise awareness of the observances.
The DEIJ Core Team recommends that Mission and Identity take the lead in identifying and establishing an appropriate visual highlight with brief description to include an annual (a) post via the Cal Lutheran social media platforms, (b) informational post on the HUB, and (c) inclusion on the Campus Weds Weekly Announcements. No funds requested, but in-kind support required.