To be an organization that creates universal respect rooted in the value of the human person. Our vision for social justice is founded in the pursuit of equity and inclusion for all to thrive in a diverse and global society.
Through the adoption of a homegrown framework for community culture, we will strive to ensure there is full and equitable participation of all students, faculty and staff that is mutually shaped to meet their needs at Carroll.
With a socially just organization as our goal, our behaviors, policies, procedures, and practices must be connected to, and be centered on, all students. As contributors to the culture and success of the organization, we are committed to living out our Ethos and goals by:
The "iRespect You" Campaign at Carroll University epitomizes the institution's Ethos (Respect, Integrity, and Stewardship) rooted in the goal of being a socially just organization. It seeks to cultivate a culture where every individual continues to know they are valued, celebrated, and seen. By promoting understanding and dialogue, the campaign not only enhances campus life but encourages students, faculty, and staff to know that we rise by lifting others.
Enrichment, Services, and Experiences!
The office exists to educate and advocate for all students, faculty, and staff with a specific focus on historically and/or Carroll specific underrepresented populations. This outcome is achieved through a variety of professional development, programming, and support to promote respect and belonging in the Carroll community.
Campus Climate Reporting Carroll University is committed to cultivating and sustaining a welcoming and inclusive living and learning environment for every member of our campus community. The Campus Climate Response Protocol advances this commitment by providing a mechanism by which individuals may report incidents of real or perceived bias, exclusion, or inequity and seek support through campus resources in addressing those concerns.
Inspire Program The Inspire Program is for students from partner organizations who are uniquely preparing students for college. Inspire Scholars receive individualized support, academic support, and sociocultural programming designed to promote their access, retention, graduation from college and leadership in their communities. This program is open to 40 incoming students each year.
The Office of Community Culture provides leadership and a collaborative university-wide approach to internationalize through its work around immigration, campus-wide programming and cultural support and services for F-1 students and international faculty and staff.
Pioneer Bridge Program Pioneer Bridge high school to college orientation program for first generation and underrepresented students.
Pre-College Programs Helping our current students realize their true potential is at the heart of everything we do. We’re equally committed to younger students interested in learning more about college and providing them with the tools they need to prepare for the next step in their education.
Student engagement is an integral part of Community Culture. We collaborate with international, non-traditional and other Carroll students to understand their needs and enhance their experience on campus. Get involved today!
Support Carroll’s mission of creating a campus culture where individuals know that they belong.
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Bringing a diverse background in higher education, the private sector, and tenure at Carroll, meet the mighty team for Community Culture!
The Office of Community Culture (OCC) is located on the first floor of Kilgour Hall. OCC offers a comfortable student lounge where students can share meals, study, connect with peers, faculty and staff, and access to programming and events.
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
For questions or additional information, contact occ@carrollu.edu.