Question: What does equity mean at ARCC?
Answer:
Not to be confused with equality, which seeks parity in the treatment of individuals and groups, equity seeks parity in the achievement of desired outcomes. Equity may, in fact, require "unequal" treatment, such as a deaf or hard-of-hearing student receiving an ASL interpreter to successfully complete a course. Equity is recognizing and respecting the unique abilities and contributions of each student and employee (especially those who have been historically and systemically underserved) and providing the necessary and customized resources, opportunities, and support needed to achieve their professional, academic, and personal goals.
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