JHBC Office of Academic Equity Strategic Plans
The OAE strategic plan is designed to set the direction and to establish the priorities for the office. The plan defines the office’s view of success and prioritizes the activities that will make this view a reality.
2026-2028
The Office of Academic Equity (OAE) 2026–2028 is proud to support the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration Strategic Plan 2023–2028. While this plan does not span a full five years, it provides a strong framework that aligns with the college’s overall strategic direction ending in 2028. Our mission aligns with the college’s vision to transform lives through excellence, equity, inclusion, and community impact. The OAE is committed to advancing each of the six pillars of the plan:
- Student Success – We foster an inclusive learning environment where all students feel welcomed and supported. By addressing essential needs, promoting high-impact practices, and ensuring equitable opportunities, the OAE helps students achieve academic excellence and career readiness.
- Faculty and Staff Success – We support professional development that integrates equity and inclusion, ensuring that faculty and staff thrive in a culture of fairness, transparency, and collaboration. Our signature events, Paves the Way for faculty and In Motion for staff, highlight our involvement with this pillar.
- Equity and Belonging – At the heart of our mission, we embed equity into curriculum, hiring, promotion, and student experiences, while building a culture of belonging where every voice is valued. Our publications demonstrate progress: two focused on faculty are complete, and two forthcoming publications will highlight the student experience.
- Internationalization – We strengthen global perspectives by promoting inclusive programming and supporting international students, scholars, and partnerships.
- Community Engagement – We build bridges between the college and the Inland Empire community through events, partnerships, and initiatives that advance equity and social impact. Our workshops and signature events such as ShEconomy and The Voice exemplify our commitment to meaningful engagement.
- Innovation and Technology – We promote the integration of equity into innovative teaching methods, curricula, and program design, ensuring that technology and innovation serve all students and stakeholders equitably.
Through these efforts, the Office of Academic Equity plays a vital role in making the JHBC Strategic Plan 2023–2028 a reality, ensuring that equity and belonging are central to the college’s identity and future success.
2020-2025
The first Strategic Plan for the Office of Academic Equity (OAE) at the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration was launched in 2020 to guide the office over its initial five years (2020–2025). The plan was designed to provide a clear direction and establish priorities for building equity, inclusion, and excellence into the fabric of the college. Its rationale was rooted in the belief that student success is inseparable from a diverse and equitable learning environment. With very limited resources at the outset—an operating budget of only $5,000, a graduate assistant, and part-time staff support—the office set ambitious goals.
Over the five-year period, the plan outlined three major goals, each supported by measurable objectives and strategies. These included creating a single point of contact for equity issues, addressing students’ essential needs such as wellness and housing stability, embedding equity into the curriculum, and collaborating with partners across the university and community. In addition, the plan called for the OAE to take part in national and international conversations on equity, to conduct longitudinal research on student and faculty experiences, and to recognize and support those engaged in advancing diversity and inclusion. Today, as the first strategic plan concludes, the OAE can point to significant progress: the office has been firmly established, equity-focused programs and events are now regular features of the college, and faculty, staff, and students increasingly recognize the OAE as a central advocate for inclusive excellence. In short, most of the original goals have been achieved, providing a strong foundation for the next phase of planning.
For a copy of the strategic plan, please contact Dr. Beer at fbeer@csusb.edu