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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María Pabón Gautier
Interim Vice President for Equity and Inclusion
Council Chair

Jo Beld
Vice President for Mission; Professor of Political Science
Leadership

Hassel A Morrison
Vice President for Student Life
Leadership

Jeremy Loebach
Associate Professor of Psychology; Director of Linguistic Studies
Faculty

Anton Armstrong ’78
Tosdal Professor of Music – Voice; Conductor, St. Olaf Choir
Faculty

Norma E Charlton
Program Coordinator for the Taylor Center for Equity and Inclusion
Staff

Ezra Plemons
Instructional Technologist for Digital Media
Staff

Susan Sandberg ’85
Alumni

Kathy J. McDow ’78
Alumni

Aidan Lloyd ’24
Student

Linh Nguyen ’22
Student

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