Moraine Valley Equity Academy: 2021-2022

Equity AcademyThe Equity Academy is an opportunity to:

Discover: Learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion

Inquire: Explore a research-based project that is relevant and specific to participants’ interests

Inspire: Share findings and best practices with colleagues

About the Moraine Valley Equity Academy

Academy Format

The Equity Academy will take place over two semesters (fall 21 and spring 22) and will require participation in a two-day off-campus retreat, monthly meetings and modules, short online quizzes, and completion of a research project that aims to close an equity gap. Final presentations and results will be shared in the fall 22 semester. The fall 2021 modules will take place in a virtual format.

All staff members are invited to apply to the Equity Academy.

Equity Academy Goals and Objectives

  • To inform the college community about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and how they can positively impact our staff, students, and communities we serve.
  • To facilitate a research-based academy to explore and implement successful equity-minded practices.

Moraine Valley Equity Academy Application

Moraine Valley Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Resources