2012-2013 Fact Book - Ferris State University

CENTER FOR LATIN@ STUDIES
The Center for Latin@ Studies (CLS) aims to connect Ferris and Latin@ communities in the Midwest. It
works to increase access to higher education, promote intercultural exchange, and provide
opportunities for meaningful partnerships between Ferris State University and organizations affiliated
with Latina/o communities.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION OFFICE
The Diversity and Inclusion Office works with the entire Ferris State University community to support
the mission and vision of the University, and to ensure that diversity, in its many forms, is understood,
respected and valued. The Diversity and Inclusion Office at Ferris State University guides efforts to
conceptualize, assess, and cultivate diversity as an institutional and educational resource.
More specifically, the Diversity and Inclusion Office will:
•Be a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion;
•Introduce diversity into the systems, structures, and culture of the University;
•Provide expertise and leadership on diversity and inclusion related matters, for example, faculty
recruitment and retention issues, and the educational impact of diversity;
•Lead University-wide diversity planning and implementation efforts, resulting in a collaborative vision
of diversity and inclusion;
•Help develop policies designed to improve the University climate;
•Identify strategies to enhance the compositional diversity profile of students, faculty, and staff;
•Provide resources and direction for infusing diversity into the curriculum; and
•Offer annual assessment of University’s progress toward implementing Diversity Plan.
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Office of International Education has six primary objectives:
1) recruit and admit international students,
2) coordinate study abroad opportunities for Ferris students,
3) advise international students on immigration and cultural adjustment,
4) provide intensive English language training,
5) expand global awareness through various campus activities and engagement opportunities, and
6) ensure that the institution is in compliance with Department of Homeland Security and Department
of State requirements regarding international students and scholars.
To meet these goals, the office has the following programs: International Student Admissions, Center for
Global Studies & Engagement, International Student and Scholar Services and the Intensive English
Program.
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