The Council on Equity and Inclusion

Equity and Inclusion
Council on Equity and Inclusion
About

We Are All Neighbors

Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision, we work to build a community where all can thrive and find meaningful belonging. We recognize the part that each of us plays in ensuring that St. Olaf is a diverse and beloved community.

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Members of the Council on Equity and Inclusion — from left to right: Marci Sortor, Hassel Morrison, Melissa Wright ’90, Anton Armstrong ’78, Norma Charlton, Jeremy Loebach, Bruce King, Tahir Ahsan ’20 (graduated).

Alumni

Melissa Wright ’90

Faculty

Anton Armstrong ’78

Jeremy Loebach

President’s Leadership Team

Hassel Morrison

Staff

Norma Charlton

Ezra Plemmons

Chair

Bruce King

Developing trust, exercising kindness, grace, and having high expectations
Listening and speaking respectfully
Using evidence-based processes
Maintaining confidentiality and claiming ownership
Showing up prepared
Supporting the St. Olaf Mission

Charge, Principles, and Pledge

Advance equity and inclusion at St. Olaf College
Gather evidence from a variety of sources
Acknowledge and draw on the work of previous groups
Provide opportunities for different constituencies to meet with the Council
Be accountable and ask for forgiveness when we misunderstand or cause pain
Hold all members of the community to the same guiding principles to which the Council members hold themselves
Help individuals needing assistance identify the appropriate offices or people

Charge, Principles, and Pledge