Dear Colleagues,
We write to update you on the rollout of our mandatory annual Title VI training and the formation of the Advisory Council on Jewish Life and Antisemitism, outcomes of the College’s voluntary resolution agreement with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law.
As an educational institution, the College takes seriously this opportunity to foster greater cultural and historical understanding across our campus community. As noted in our policies, we strive to provide a campus environment where all individuals can learn and study together comfortably and productively. The implementation of this new training and programming will help students better understand these expectations. The training will also address all legally protected characteristics under Title VI, which include race, color and national origin and extend to shared ethnic, ancestral or cultural characteristics.
Title VI Training
Our new annual Title VI training is currently being rolled out, and is required for all students, faculty and staff, including adjuncts, visiting scholars and part-time employees. An individualized email via Canvas will be sent to you shortly to provide access to the training. It should take 10-20 minutes to complete. The College will enforce these training requirements in the same way as other mandatory training requirements on campus, such as those required for sexual harassment and Title IX.
The deadlines for completing this training are:
- Friday, April 17: Students
- Friday, May 1: Faculty and staff
Additional information on the training, including the topics that will be covered, is available in the Mandatory Annual Title VI Training FAQ section of the College’s website.
Advisory Council on Jewish Life and Antisemitism
Alongside this training, the College is currently finalizing the membership of our new Advisory Council on Jewish Life and Antisemitism, which will be co-chaired by Deans Hinkson and Carbajal. The 14 faculty, staff, student and community representatives chosen for the Council will reflect diverse opinions and backgrounds and will work collaboratively with Pomona administrators to create programming and activities associated with Jewish history, culture and antisemitism. We want to thank all those who responded to our invitation to participate in this work.
The Council hopes to have its first meeting in April and plans to meet monthly during the academic year for the next two years.
Additional information about the voluntary resolution agreement, Title VI training, and the Advisory Council on Jewish Life and Antisemitism is available on the College’s website.
Respectfully,
Brent, Avis & Jeff
Brent Carbajal, Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College
Avis Hinkson, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Jeff Roth, Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Treasurer