Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Advance Equity and Inclusion
For All
We will work continuously to ensure a diverse, equitable, and
inclusive environment inside and outside our college.
At MEZCOPH, we strive for Inclusive Excellence. At the center of Inclusive Excellence is the recognition and acceptance of the talents, worldviews, perceptions, cultures, and skills that diverse communities bring to the education enterprise that can be harnessed to prepare students for leading, living, and working in a diverse world. Native American, LGBTQ+, Asian American, White, Latino, African American, women, veterans, people with disabilities, Jewish, Christian, International, Muslim, fraternities and sororities, athletes, alumni, and many other communities of students and employees that contribute to all dimensions of the university. Every individual and group at MEZCOPH is a critical component of and contributor to diversity and inclusiveness. Making a difference in diversity at MEZCOPH is the essence of inclusive excellence.
“Our college has long been a place that attracts people from different backgrounds. We believe that all people want to be healthy, and we will continue to promote health and wellness inside and outside the college. We will make this is a place where people want to come and stay, while we work together to build a more equitable world.”
Velia Leybas Nuño PhD, MSW
Interim Assistant Dean, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Goals & Strategy
Create A More Inclusive College Organization and Learning Climate
- Analyze the Results from the Faculty Forum Summaries to Prioritize the Areas of Focus for the Strategic Plan.
Elevate Knowledge and Skills in Inclusive Excellence Among the College Community
- Professional Development in Inclusive Excellence Among Employees
Create a Sense of Belonging in the College
- Develop a Clear and Fair Process to Resolve Conflict and Ensure Safety.
- Create More Team-building and Networking Events for Employees and Students.
Develop Methods and Research Approaches That Work Toward Achieving Health Equity in Alignment with the College’s Mission
- Assess and Improve the Knowledge and Skills of MECOPH Researchers (faculty, students, staff) using Cultural Knowledge and Skills in Research.