Steps to improve the experience for racial minority students at St. Olaf College

The Problem

St. Olaf (leadership and existing programs) does not provide enough resources for students that are racial minorities on campus

Steps:
Preventative Action

•  Professional development for all--and specific-- faculty and staff regarding racial diversity, racism in the classroom, etc.

Strategic Recruitment strategies

• Re-open the position for Multicultural Admissions Counselor

Response

• Clear policy on racial discrimination/racism and transparent process when racial incidents occur on campus

Workshop

• Online module for students involving “discussions with diverse others” and racism

Funding

• Increase funding and review of by-laws for DCC