Diversity Commitment

Brookdale’s commitment to diversity is based on the premise that the future development of this society is contingent upon positive interaction, change and growth involving individuals of all backgrounds.  We believe our role is to serve as change agents/role models in that process.

At Brookdale Community College we affirm that:

BCC is a learning-centered community where student experiences prepare them for work and life in a diverse society.

BCC is a respectful and inclusive institution, which values differences in all people, not only in thought and point of view but also in ability status, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation. 

BCC is an integral part of our communities and as such, BCC’s administration, faculty, staff and students mirror the diversity of Monmouth County and Central New Jersey. 

BCC reflects the richness of the diversity of Monmouth County and Central New Jersey in its internal and external communications, college life, and curriculum and student services.
 
BCC reflects its diverse community and encourages personal growth and advancement in hiring policies, practices and professional development for its employees

Definition of Diversity

Diversity encompasses a complex mosaic of many cultures, ages, beliefs and identities. Valuing diversity seeks to identify similarities and connectedness concurrently with promulgating and understanding and respect for the different intellectual traditions and social perspectives among the many diverse groups that comprise our society and the multicultural global community.