In support of the University's strategic plan, the Council is advisory to the president and the vice president for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, providing well-informed observations and recommendations to ensure the Columbia campus is a welcoming community for all students, faculty, staff and visitors.

The council will:

• actively seek input from diverse constituent groups, individuals, and advocates to assess the culture and climate of inclusivity on campus.
• advise on establishing meaningful baseline metrics for diversity, equity and inclusion.
• recommend benchmarks with peer and aspirant institutions.
• recommend ambitious objectives that advance the strategic plan for DEI.
• monitor performance and achievement of strategic DEI objectives.
• report twice annually on four key factors affecting DEI:
  • assessing whether DEI efforts are making a clear and meaningful impact.
  • observations about campus issues, incidents, or shortcomings.
  • identifying institutional policies, procedures, and structures that create obstacles for diversity, equity and inclusion.
  • identifying bold and innovative opportunities and solutions.