EQUITY AND INCLUSION
living our values CLC RECOGNIZES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS Each employee is responsible for contributing to the CLC aspiration of being a higher education organization by which others measure themselves. This includes reflecting an organizational culture built on six foundational values of excellence, integrity, unity, purpose, compassion and inclusion. The college celebrates those who exemplify the institution’s values through a quarterly recognition program in which employees nominate colleagues for going above and beyond.
Here’s the story about one of the many value recognitions from last year: Everyone knew commencement was going to look different for the Class of 2021. Amid a pandemic, more than 400 graduates looked forward to attending in-person. All their hard work and efforts were about to pay off with one of the most symbolic ceremonies celebrating their accomplishments. Without the coordination of the 2021 Commencement Committee, those dreams could have fallen short and that is why this committee was awarded recognition for CLC’s Excellence value. With help from the entire college, the committee rolled up their sleeves and created a memorable moment for CLC graduates with the Drive-In Commencement Ceremony May 15, 2021. Following health and safety guidelines in place during the pandemic, the committee was able to carry out their vision of Commencement into a unique and extraordinary event. From the time each graduate picked up their cap, gown and swag bag, the committee instilled the confidence in students that CLC was indeed proud of how far they came, and that the college would be there every step of the way to ensure they received the Commencement they deserved. Hats off to the leaders of the Commencement committee: • Carol Dikelsky, Assistant Chief of Staff • Patti Jackson, Office Manager • Dr. Gabe Lara, Dean of Student Life • Jorge Tennin, Director of Student Activities and Inclusion They helped make this day so memorable and meaningful for every graduating student. The overall planning, collaboration and creativity involved to make this graduation happen for students was truly a mark of excellence not to be forgotten. 26
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