Motion to adjourn
By: Christina Cassidy Seconded by: Kelly Swinks
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
The Museum School
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
Regular Meeting - Monday June 14th, 2021 @7:00 PM
Meeting Minutes
Attendance Summary
| Name | Status | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Swinks | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Janaun Ivy | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Katherine Kelbaugh | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Tristin Albertsman | not present member | ||
| Andy Huff | not present member | ||
| Christina Cassidy | present chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Maryum Gibson | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
Welcome and Call to Order
The meeting was called to order with opening remarks from the chair.
Executive Director's Report
Executive Director Kelbaugh provided an update on various EDI initiatives to the Committee, including plans for the upcoming Summer Institute for faculty. Kelbaugh also noted the Foundation had secured a $5,000 grant that will be used to provide EDI-related books to staff for their studies. Kelbaugh also noted that work was being done on the budget to dedicate funds for a part-time EDI staffer. A few applicants had already responded to the job posting and Kelbaugh planned to begin interviews soon. An EDI organizational chart was also being crafted to ensure communication across various initiatives across the TMS community. Kelbaugh also noted that the EDI consultant, prior to the end of her contract, had conducted an extensive audit of the school website and had offered a series of recommendations that were being worked through.
Strategic Discussion
The Chair welcomed EDI consultant Amber Stewart to provide an update on the Listening Circles that had been held prior to the end of the school year on the mission statement. Stewart indicated that nearly 30 individuals had participated and there was a notable consensus calling for a change. She anticipated that between 10% to 20% had indicated a preference for staying the course. She encouraged the Committee to continue to press ahead to examine how best to proceed with this discussion. This prompted discussion and debate, and the Committee felt it would be appropriate to consider a survey to collect a broader sample before making any final decisions.
The Meeting was Adjourned
The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:21 pm