Conference Session

Innovation in Diversity and Inclusivity

Collection

2016 EDI

Authors

Jenna P. Carpenter, Campbell University

Tagged Topics

Diversity, inclusion

Recruiting Women & Underrepresented Students:Translating the Dean’s Diversity Pledge into Action Dr. Jenna P. Carpenter Founding Dean, School of Engineering Campbell University Background• Campbell University’s new School of Engineering launches Fall 2016• B.S. in General Engineering, concentrations in Mechanical & Chemical• Robust, project-based 1st Year LWTL curriculum emphasizing broad skill sets Dean’s Pledge FocusStudent Recruiting• Messaging & Images (website, letters, banners, flyers)• Curriculum (broad base, Engineer of 2020 skills)• Concentrations (MECH and CHPH)Faculty Hiring• Ad language and distribution Strategies• Used NAE “Changing