Elected Member, Cornell University Council (CUC), Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

Posted by Cornell University Council (CUC), Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee on 10/01/2021

General Information

Nomination start - 07/01/2022
Nomination end - 09/30/2022
Process for Filling Position: Open (Volunteers self-identify)
Number of Seats: 2
Location: Non-geographically based
Eligible Constituent(s): Alumni, Parents, Friends

Summary of Position

Elected members will support new or ongoing initiatives to incorporate values of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Cornell University Council. Working with each other as well as members of other Council committees, we will use strategic planning, educational programming, and communication tools to create a more inclusive environment. Committee members should be prepared to think critically about impact with a DEI lens and engage others to do the same.

Cornell Interests:

Affinities

University-Wide

Talent Expectations: Skills

Communicate

Write and/or Edit
Speak to Groups
Written and/or spoken communication skills like content creation for newsletters/website or conversation facilitation are a plus.

Lead/Manage/Serve

Organize, Plan and/or Host Events
Manage Projects
Serve on a Committee or Board
Plan or host virtual educational programming open to Council members and/or other alumni leaders. Discuss, participate in, or coordinate initiatives in conjunction with other committees.

Build/Maintain Relationships

Engage Individuals
Encourage event attendance and participation in DEI initiatives. Engage with fellow Council members and alumni in both formal and informal settings.

Responsible Contact

Contact Name:
Matthew Carcella
Email:

Time Commitment

Average Time Commitment: 1-2 hrs/month
Duration: Not Applicable
Term of Office: 1 year
Number of terms in Office: 1 term

Requirements

Prerequisites Must be a current Cornell University Council Member of Life Member.

Hiatus Required? No hiatus required
Dues Required? No

Meetings

Meeting Attendance Required? Yes

Meeting Location(s):
On Campus: No
Off Campus: No
Conference Call: Yes
Meetings per year: Other

Other Meeting Details: Meetings will be set by the committee. Monthly meetings are encouraged.

Yearly Philanthropic Expectation:

Make a gift to Cornell at a level of individual comfort

Alumni Trustee Election

Vote in the annual trustee election