Equity and Inclusion
The Office of Equity and Inclusion at Montgomery College upholds a culture that values civil discourse, a safe environment for sharing, and one that observes, measures, and rewards success so that we can create an extraordinary educational institution. Montgomery College’s Board of Trustees adopted an Antiracism Goal, which will “Promote social justice, radical inclusion, and racial equity within the College and the broader community and continue the Board focus on the journey to being an antiracist institution.”
We will promote and create a working and learning environment rooted in the basic tenets of fairness, diversity, and inclusiveness.
Read our Roadmap to Success (PDF, 
) , and the new Roadmap Addendum (PDF, ) .
What We Do
The charge of the Office of Equity and Inclusion is to build a program that addresses ten critical areas of work:
- Student Access, Inclusion, and Equity around the Student Completion Agenda
- Climate and Culture Assessment, Responsiveness, and Action
- Planning, Benchmarking, and Best Practices
- Staffing Resourcing and Succession Planning
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Promotion and Retention of Employees
- Faculty Teaching, Research, and Curriculum
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Programming and Policies
- External Community Engagement, Collaboration, and Linkages
- Business Practices, Workforce/Career Pathways, and Procurement
Inclusion
Diversity
Engagement
Equity for Students, Employees, Business Partners
Access and Achievement
Leadership
Social Justice
- We aspire to be welcoming, equitable, inclusive, and culturally competent.
- We are polite in our interactions by:
- greeting and acknowledging others;
- saying please and thank you;
- respecting others’ time, space, and individuality;
- being direct, sensitive, and honest.
- We listen for common ground.
- We treat each other with respect by:
- welcoming feedback with an open mind and giving others the benefit of the doubt;
- acknowledging the contributions of others and recognizing successes;
- acknowledging the impact of our behavior on others with a caring heart.
- We Address incivility in a polite, courteous, and responsible manner.
Inspired by Mastering Civility by Christine Porat
Let’s Cultivate Mindfulness and Connection!
Equity and Wellness November Events @MC
We honor the resilience and strength of our community - students, faculty, and staff
- by prioritizing mindfulness and connection. Whether you’re navigating change or
seeking comfort, take time for “you” with support from MC Wellness and the Office
of Equity and Inclusion. Collegewide Message (PDF, ) .
Events for MC Employees
Managing Your Emotions in the Workplace
A live webinar led by ComPsych
November 6, noon–1 p.m., on Zoomnew window
The session will be recorded for future viewing (please register to receive the session
link and recording).
Understanding and Countering Anti-Muslim Discrimination
November 12, noon–1:30 p.m.
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus Cultural Arts Center, Theatre 2 (2nd floor)
Who are American Muslims? What is Islamophobia? What can we do about it? The program
will explore facts, data, and stories about who American Muslims are, how discrimination
of Muslims impacts all of us, and what strategies and tactics we can use to build
more just, equitable, inclusive, and diverse communities.
Visit https://bit.ly/CounterIslamophobia2new window to register for this event in Workday.
Understanding Jewish Identity and Antisemitism
November 18, noon–1:30 p.m.
Rockville Campus, Science Center West, Room 301
This program explores the complex history of antisemitism as systemic bigotry and
the pattern of anti-Jewish harm over thousands of years. With a better understanding
of historic anti-Jewish themes—and how Jewish people have experienced and endured
persecution and attempted annihilation—participants will better understand what antisemitism
is, the risks Jewish people face, and why pushing back on antisemitism is so necessary.
Visit https://bit.ly/JewishIdentityBias2new window to register for this event in Workday.
Defining, Understanding, and Responding to Bias on Campus
December 4, 1–5 p.m.
Rockville Campus, Gudelsky Institute for Technical Education, Rooms 222/224
According to FBI crime statistics, college campuses rank as one of the most common
locations for bias and hate crimes. In response, many institutions have implemented
policies, protocols, and procedures to address these incidents. This session is a
first step in equipping professionals and students with the knowledge needed to define,
understand, and effectively respond to bias incidents, helping to foster a more inclusive
and welcoming campus environment. Lunch will be included at this event.
Visit https://bit.ly/CampusBiasnew window to register for this event in Workday.
