Discover, Connect, Belong
We commit to be an anti-racist institution where all students, faculty, and staff receive the resources and services they need to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Green Rive College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities.
The Green River College definition of equity encompasses all identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, economic staus, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religion/spirituality, immigration status, age, and culture.We understand individual needs vary widely, and the effects of discrimination and historical oppression must be taken into account while aiming for equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.
Let this be a call to action to all members of the Green River College community: Everyone must contribute to this ongoing effort to achieve equity for all.
Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI)
The Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion champions diversity, equity, and inclusion principles to create inclusive and accessible environments.fostering intellectual discourse, diverse leadership, and social justice within our institution and the surrounding comunities.
VP of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The office of the Vice President of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion creates and executes a vision for D&I that is in line with the GRC's mission, values, and goals. This involves close collaboration with all groups on campus to ensure that D&I is integrated into every facet of Green River College.
LGBTQ+ Resources
For many students, college provides a beautiful time and opportunity for exploring a multitude of identities, which includes (but is not limited to) sexual identity, gender expression, and more. This resources page provides resources for support, advocacy, campus involvement and information for the queer community, and their allies to be successful at GRC.
Disability Support Services (DSS)
Working with students in a confidential, respectful, & safe environment to identify & develop reasonable accomodations; to ensure equal opportunity and access of academic and professional goals.
Veteran Services & Lounge
Veteran Services serves as a resource for all veterans and military-connected students utilizing GI benefits, by providing support and referrals throughout campus and our community.
Student Affinity Groups, Clubs, and Orgs
Whether you are looking to meet new people, share a common interest, plan campus events, or volunteer, there is a Club for you! Being involved with a GRC student group is a great way to connect with the Gator community and build relationships with fellow students, staff, and faculty.
Equity-Centered Strategic Plan
GRC's Equity-Centered Strategic Plan serves as the guiding document for the college's work over the next 5 years. This plan lays out a vision, mission, and set of values which define the work and future pathways for the College toward acting and building within a more equitable community.
Employee Resources on GatorNet
View a full list of committees, councils, caucus and affinity groups at Green River College. (Note: GRC employee login required to access)
Indigenous Student Success Center (ISSC)
The ISSC strives to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for American Indian, Alaskan Native, First Nations & Indigenous students at Green River College. Our center is committed to helping our students by being their voice, helping them achieve their educational goals and beyond.
Voting and Civic Duty
- January 20 - Martin Luther King Day
- Lunar New Year & Lantern Festival
- February - Black History Month
- March - Women's History Month
- April - Arab American History Month
- May - Asian Pacific Heritage Month, Jewish American Month
- June - LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, Carribean Heritage Month
- August - Transgender History Month
- September 15 - October 15 - Hispanic Heritage Month
- October - National Disability Employment Awareness Month
- October 8th - Indigenous People's Day
- November - Native American/American Indian Heritage Month
DEI Events
The Diversity Educational Series (DES) offers educational opportunities and forums to engage in dialogue, learning, and capacity building as it relates ot diversity, equity, and inclusion matters. We seek to create space for the repsentation of voices, knowledge, expertise, and narratives of underrepresented communities.