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FCS Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are a values-based team committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, embracing diversity, and treating each other with respect.  Our organizational values represent our expectations of how we work together to serve the University community and create a climate in which all staff can thrive and grow.

Diverse individuals contribute to cohesive and effective teams.
Inclusion - "we all feel welcomed and valued". Inclusivity is diversity in action.

Our Values

  • Respect

    "we treat people as we want to be treated"

    Facing conflicts early and head on. Celebrating everyone's accomplishments. Embracing each other's differences. Expressing opinions and ideas openly.

     

  • Truth

    "we say what we mean and we do what we say"

     

  • Excellence

    "we strive to be the best"

    Is demonstrated by seeking innovation through risk taking and change, acts of good citizenship within our community, measuring and improving performance, benchmarking best practices against our own.

     

  • Teamwork

    "together we achieve more"

     

  • Integrity

    "we do the right thing"

    By ensuring that we: are accountable for our behaviors and actions. Are honest and ethical, even when making a mistake. Model and reflect our values.

 

Did you know? Diversity...

  1. Improves engagement where all are involved and empowered.

    Diversity enriches the professional experience of staff.

     

  2. Creates an environment where we have the opportunity to learn to embrace differences.

    This leads to better opportunities for creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.

     

  3. Fosters an environment where individuals feel they belong.

    Diversity helps create a welcoming workplace for everyone. 

     

To learn more about how important this is to the Cornell community, visit Belonging at Cornell.

 

Want to learn more about why FCS is such a great place to work?
Click on this image to view a video highlighting why FCS is a great place to work.

 

 

Committee Members

Helen Steh and David Cutter (Co-Chairs) 

Kelley Cooper (Sr. Director and Advisor)

Spring Buck, Danielle Cox, Maria Dryer, Hadassah Ruth Jahani, Bennie Lemus, Carson Lopez, Ilene Miller, Meredith Rutherford, Courtney Van Order, and Megan Walker.