BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC MCODA Tragedy

THE CAST…Students: -70% Male, 30% Female -0.2% American Indian/Alaskan Native -4.2% Asian -8.5% Black/African American -12.4% Hispanic/Latin -4.3% Multi-Race -0.3% Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander -58.8% White -11.3% Unknown -29% International students -7% Students with a Disability

BERKLEE’S DIVERSITY STATEMENT

“ We view diversity holistically, understanding that the definition is constantly evolving. Our definition of diversity includes race, color, gender identity, nationality, ethnicity, class, religion, ability, age, and sexual orientation. We also know that a diversity of ideas, approaches, disciplines, and learning and musical styles are essential to inclusion and equity. The integration of myriad cultural values and perspectives into what we do at all levels, from teaching to

decision-making, is critical. ”

THE MISSIONObjectives

To define and refine the individual talents of our students by providing a broad range of major programs offered by a distinguished faculty, and to prepare them for careers in music that reflect the diversity of expression and opportunities that define music today.

To enable our students to employ their musical education in a global society by providing a coherent liberal arts curriculum that informs their thinking about issues that have shaped our time.

To encourage our students to appreciate and apply music's enormous force for the enrichment of society and intercultural understanding.

MISSION CONT.

To cultivate a supportive learning environment by actively promoting a climate of respect for personal and cultural differences, and by offering a range of services and activities to support the needs of the student musicians who come to us from around the world.

To maintain the vitality of our college community by encouraging and supporting continuing professional development for all of its members.

To provide an environment in which all know that they are full and valued members of the community.

To value ethical behavior in all aspects of personal and professional life by establishing a community that values integrity in all relationships.

To retain our leadership position in music education and to ensure that our curriculum remains relevant by pledging to value academic freedom and innovation.

DO OTHER DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE THE MISSION IN THEIR LITERATURE? Student Services offices such as Financial Aid and the

Bursars Office do not include the mission in their web pages at all. Not only that, but they do not mention diversity either.

http://www.berklee.edu/bursar

http://www.berklee.edu/financial-aid

http://www.berklee.edu/housing

EVALUATIONS

Staff and Faculty…

Student Employees…

Setting Goals??

Diversity: Supports Departmental and College diversity initiatives. Contributes to building a community with a climate of openness and inclusiveness.

Exceptional: Fosters an open and inclusive environment. Actively seeks out opportunities to enhance the openness and inclusiveness of the community. Always displays behaviors that respect and value individual differences.

Above Expectations: Provides support for an open and inclusive environment. Encourages diversity initiatives and frequently displays behaviors that demonstrate respect for all individuals.

Meets Expectations: Accepts diversity initiatives and sometimes participates in activities that promote a climate of openness and inclusiveness.

Improvement Needed: Needs encouragement to support a diverse and inclusive environment. Fails to display behaviors that demonstrate respect and value for individual differences.

FRONT DESK EMPLOYEE JOB DESCRIPTION

Official Job Description that Student Employment was using prior to this year looked like this….

They then asked our current Student Supervisor to rewrite the job description, and that is now the one that they use. That description looks like this…

Do you wish to do something to give back to the school that has shaped you into the amazing musician that you are today? You’ve spent some time here, and know some of the general operations of the college. Put that knowledge to good use to help your fellow students and faculty members by being part of the Front Desk Family!

Here at the Front Desk we help anyone from students and teachers to parents and the occasional curious visitor. Be prepared to answer any and all questions regarding the daily operations of Berklee, as well as directing people to the facilities or resources they are looking for. If you enjoy helping others, are outgoing, and don’t mind the occasional challenging customer, then this job just is for you!

If you have ever signed out a piano or percussion practice room, then you are familiar with some of our biggest responsibilities. Here at the Front Desk, we assign and monitor the practice facilities in addition to signing students up to use multipurpose classrooms. Giving out practice rooms on top of providing information to students and answering phone calls can get a little hectic. Having a good work ethic, along with great social and organizational skills are crucial to offering the best service possible.

All in all the Front Desk Family is exactly what it is, a Family. If you want to be on the front line of the Berklee campus happenings then the Front Desk Student Assistant is the job for you!

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT…

The new 142 Lobby and the plans for 150 entrance are making the institution more accessible to students with a variety of disabilities.

There is not much art work on display, but the physical environment is not offensive to anyone as far as I can see.

GRADES Comprehensive Definition of Multicultural: A Mission Statement: C+ Leadership and Advocacy: D Policy Review: D Recruitment and Retention of Diverse Staff: D Multicultural Competency Expectations and Training: C+ Scholarly Activities: D Departmental/Division Programs and Services: D Physical Environment: B Assessment: D

SOURCE FOR DATA

www.collegedata.com/cs/data/college/college_pg01_trupl.jhtml?schoolId=134