Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The qualities that broaden our views of the world and make us better, well-rounded people.
Diversity & Inclusion
Kishwaukee College embraces and supports differences of gender, sex, race, religion, age, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, socioeconomic status and ability. We celebrate the many contributions that our diverse students, faculty, staff and administration make to our College and community. At Kish, we strive to create and continually improve a campus environment that ensures respect for these differences and encourages their expression.
Women's History Month Programs
- Wednesday, March 1
- 1 pm
- In C1121
The event is sponsored by the Kish College Women's Student Union club.
- Tuesday, March 7
- 12:30 pm
- In C1121
Join Kish for a conversation on a pre-taped presentation by Becky Hammon, Professional Basketball Coach and former player. Lunch will be provided.
- Wednesday, March 8
- 12:30 pm
- In C1121
Kish presents a discussion on women in male dominated roles. Lunch we be provided.
- Wednesday, March 8
- All day
Wear purple in support of International Women's Day.
- Wednesday, March 15
- 1 pm
- In C1121
Join the Kishwaukee College Women's Student Union for a Women's History Panel Discussion.
Kish students in ENG 283: Images of Women worked together to research and create this series of four videos on different topics for Women's History Month.
Women in War
21st Century Women in Music
Women & Religion
Indigenous Women
Equity at Kish
The College’s values of equity and support show our commitment to ensuring all learners know they are welcomed and valued members of the Kish community. We believe everyone deserves an equitable, student-centered education, and any barriers or completion gaps must be addressed.
Learn MoreThe Diversity Committee at Kishwaukee College is dedicated to:
- Creating and sustaining a College climate that recognizes and values diversity
- Supporting the success of a diverse student population
- Recruiting, hiring and retaining a diverse workforce
- Establishing open and vibrant lines of communication about issues related to diversity, including its recognition, expression and protection
- Integrating diversity into College curricula
- Developing and implementing a campus-wide system of responsibility and accountability to achieve the goals and action items expressed in this plan
- Promoting intercultural dialogue and collaborative academic and social experiences
- Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Observance Committee
- Hispanic Awareness Month Committee
- Black History Month Committee
- LGBT Awareness Month Committee
- Women’s History Month Committee
- Gender & Sexuality Diversity Committee
- Native American Heritage Month Committee
- Black Student Union
- Spectrum (LGBTQ)
- Latinos Unidos