In the wake of civil and social unrest it is critical to step back, face challenging subjects, and reflect. At BRTC, we aspire to enhance the community we serve. We recognize that by interacting with and listening to a diversity of people we can better understand and appreciate one another.
Our Inclusivity and Diversity Statement
Our students come from all walks of life, and so do we. We bring together great people with diverse perspectives from a wide variety of backgrounds, not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it makes us stronger. If you are curious, kind, and determined, you will find a home at BRTC. We welcome the unique contributions and perspectives that only you can bring.
Our Mission
Black River Technical College transforms lives through quality academic and career education to enhance the community we serve.
At the heart of our mission is community and the phrase the community we serve is intentionally broadly inclusive. Inherent in our mission is a commitment to equip every student for success regardless of socioeconomic status, age, race, religion, gender, and/or neuro-difference.
Our Values
- Community
- Learning
- Quality
- Students
Because Students are one of our four core values, every employee at BRTC is responsible for treating each student equitably – for listening to, acknowledging, and attending to the at-risk and vulnerable.
Community is another of our four core values. We examine our data and listen to our community to gain an understanding of how to better fulfill our mission.
Guiding Statements
To be successful, our efforts must be deliberate and integrated. The following statements hold true to our vision, shape how we carry out our mission, and guide how we are expected to treat one another:
- We take the broadest possible view of diversity, including seen and unseen values.
- We acknowledge life experiences that make individuals unique.
- We encourage all employees to use their unique perspectives to help advance our mission.
- We require fair treatment, accessibility, and opportunity for all students and employees
- We expect our workplace to be an inclusive environment built upon mutual trust, respect, and dignity.
- We commit to building a workplace where students and employees feel a sense of belonging.
- We strive to identify and eliminate barriers to equal opportunity.
Minority Recruitment and Retention Taskforce Purpose:
The task force’s purpose is to provide guidance to the administration to help enhance the diversity and inclusivity of BRTC through data analysis and in-depth discussion relating to the diversity and inclusivity of the BRTC student body, faculty, and staff.
Minority Recruitment and Retention Taskforce Members
Community Member Representatives
Pat Johnson – Community Outreach Representative
Raul Blasini – Community Outreach Representative
Darrtu Mimi – Community Outreach Representative
Neal Harwell LPC – Counselor and Community Outreach Representative
BRTC Officials
Dr. Martin Eggensperger – BRTC President
Jason Smith – BRTC VP Student Affairs
Dr. Karen Liebhaber – BRTC VP of Institutional Advancement
Dane Dillion – BRTC Director of Student Development
Sissy Gray – BRTC Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness
Shana Sartain – BRTC Director of SIS and Research
Jywon Green – BRTC Student Government President
Minority Recruitment and Retention Taskforce Meeting Minutes
Minority Recruitment and Retention Task Force Meeting 8.18.22
Minority Recruitment and Retention Task Force Meeting 7.21.22
Minority Recruitment and Retention Taskforce meeting 1.26.23
Minority Recruitment and Retention Taskforce Meeting 3.16.23
Minority Recruitment and Retention State Annual Report
BRTC Minority_Recruitment_and_Retention_Annual_Report