Diversity & Inclusion

As an institution of higher education, we understand that a diversity and inclusion plan will be effective only when founded on a true belief in and understanding of the value of diversity and inclusion. Therefore, we aspire to create a college culture that reflects appreciation for diversity and inclusion at all levels. We know that our mission of transforming lives through education and our vision of becoming a world-class learning institution will only be achieved by hiring and retaining the best people possible while welcoming students from all backgrounds and life stages with flexible career and educational opportunities.

WHAT WE DO

Greenville Technical College recognizes that the vibrancy of our community is enhanced by diversity, which we define as the range of human differences. We believe a culture of inclusion puts diversity into action by creating an environment of involvement, respect and engagement - where a multiplicity of beliefs, interests, experiences, and viewpoints are harnessed to accomplish our goals.

We work to achieve diversity and inclusion by

  • Delivering services in a culturally sensitive manner.
  • Fostering an environment in which students and employees embrace and promote inclusion and understanding of the value of diversity as demonstrated through interactions with one another.
  • Integrating diversity into business strategies, decisions, and business processes.
  • Aligning diversity and inclusion efforts with strategic imperatives.
  • Increasing effectiveness and accountability of efforts by developing measurable goals.

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CONTACT US

Associate Vice President for Executive Affairs
Wendy Walden
Wendy.Walden@gvltec.edu
(864) 250-8125

Student Leadership/Call Me Mister Coordinator
Richard Dawkins
Richard.Dawkins@gvltec.edu
(864) 250-8561

ESL Program Coordinator
Lissette Treanor
Lissette.Treanor@gvltec.edu
(864) 250-8396

Director, Student Disabilities Services
Elaine Scott-Mattison
Elaine.Scott-Mattison@gvltec.edu

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Call Me Mister

Greenville Technical College is proud to be part of Call Me MISTER (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models), an initiative to recruit, train, certify and place men, particularly minorities, as teachers in South Carolina public elementary schools.

About Call Me Mister

The Unsung Hero

The Unsung Hero Awards Program is an annual event that Greenville Technical College uses to recognize the unselfish and often unnoticed acts of individuals in the college and community.

About Unsung Heroes

Disability Support

We'll balance your needs and course requirements in an accommodations plan that gives you an equal opportunity for success.

About disability support

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

SpiritFest

SpiritFest is a Gospel music event and includes scholarship opportunities for deserving youth.

About SpiritFest

MLK DreamWeekend

MLK DreamWeekend honors Dr. King's legacy through a collaboration of community leaders, business executives, civic organizations and academic institutions to encourage and implement scholarships, diversity, community service and other values that represent Dr. King.

About MLK Dream Weekend

Black History Month

Greenville Technical College celebrates Black History Month 2021 with an art show featuring the work of 13-year-old Josiah Hill, a virtual presentation on Liberia, South Carolina, an African American Appalachian community, and a virtual presentation on Gullah culture. All events are free and open to the public.

About Black History Month