JJC Alert: Due to extreme cold, JJC will operate virtually on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
Classes will take place virtually. Students must check iCampus for course specific instructions from faculty members.
For more information on JJC’s decision-making process regarding winter weather conditions, visit jjc.edu/closures
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
JJC's Core Values of respect and inclusion are central to our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We show this commitment by serving others with fairness and equality.
JJC is a community of lifelong learners that welcomes, values, and respects diversity. The college fosters a climate of mutual respect and inclusion. We celebrate diversity by embracing our differences.
The President's Diversity & Inclusion Council advocates and champions diversity, equity and inclusion efforts that prioritize our commitment to the core values of respect and inclusion. The council will ensure the college community is a place where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and safe.
Provide an environment that inspires acceptance, inclusion and mutual respect.
Phone: 815.280.2737
Email: eervin@jjc.edu
In this role, Dr. Escortina Ervin helps JJC meet its strategic goals and challenges resulting from demographic changes. Dr. Ervin also manages the college's Diversity Office and oversees the President's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council.
Phone: 815.280.6694
Email: hector.young@jjc.edu
In this role, Hector Young serves as the program manager to the Chief Equity Officer by overseeing and leading functions, assignments, and projects that support successful operation of the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and influence achievement of the mission and strategic goals of the College.
Phone: 815.280.2801
Email: mclaybor@jjc.edu
In this role, Monique Clayborne supports the Chief Equity Officer and program manager to promote and engage students, staff and faculty in diversity efforts.
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Phone: 815.280.2704
Email: aminah.mujahid@jjc.edu
In this role, Aminah Mujahid is responsible for researching and implementing best practices aligning with campus initiatives and the equity plan. Aminah manages various programs such as the book club, peace circles, and other special projects, such as the future wolves summer camp.
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Phone: 815.280.6607
Email: tricia.rosado@jjc.edu
In this role, Tricia Rosado collaborates on initiatives that support JJC and the various communities. Tricia prioritizes relationship-building and collaborations to leverage the strengths of multiple departments and staff to incorporate equitable enrollment and retention practices for diverse students who are often first-in-their-family to enroll in higher education.
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Phone: 815.280.2807
Email: martha.aparicio@jjc.edu
In this role, Martha Aparicio assists the program managers with event planning, promotion, execution, office organization and digital content for the department.
Table Talk: Creating space for inclusive conversation, civil discourse and constructive dialogue.
Dr. Ervin, Chief Equity Officer, will be hosting a table talk to discuss attacks on DEI, the change in legislation for higher education and what means for JJC.
Date: Thursday, January 23.
Time: 2-3pm.
Location: Main Campus - Veterans Center Conference Room (C-1043)
JJC's DEI Book Club gives employees a chance to have meaningful conversations about race. Members discuss current issues via important books and learn from others' experiences. The book club is:
"I met some really great people across campus through the DEI Book Club. I love to broaden my knowledge about DEI so that I can help my work environment and personal life to be more open and accepting."
-Book Club Participant
JJC offers workshops to increase awareness of diversity, equity and inclusion. They are essential to employees so that they build their skills to create an inclusive campus culture.
Cultural Competency Workshop
The cultural competency workshop was designed by the Kaleidoscope Group. It is delivered by internal JJC employees who have been trained to facilitate the workshop.
The workshop provides a safe and open environment that encourages real dialogue. The goal is to help build cultural competence and consciously inclusive employees.
Peace circles bring together individuals to engage in honest communication, relationship development and community building. Peace circles can be used for:
Benefits of peace circles include:
Employee Resource Groups offer a welcoming place for staff and faculty and help promote diversity, understanding, belonging, and psychological safety on campus.
The HSI designation allows JJC to access additional funding and grants, which can enhance support programs, academic quality, and resources for first-generation, socioeconomically marginalized, and Latinx students. JJC aims to go beyond meeting the 25% Latinx enrollment threshold by fostering trusting relationships and addressing equity gaps to better serve Latinx students.
An institutional design thinking effort to plant the seeds of educational aspirations early by exposing K-5 students to college opportunities. Through diverse learning initiatives and parental support networks, we nurture these seeds, fostering the roots and branches of future academic success.
In collaboration with Will County Center for Economic Development, the DEI department offers a unique opportunity for high school students in Will County to gain valuable work experience, develop essential skills, explore potential career paths, contribute to the community through projects and provides professional relationship-building opportunities.
JJC's DEI team also supports other departments, committees and clubs that share the same mission, vision and values. These include but are not limited to:
