Augusta University College of Nursing is committed to providing an excellent learning experience and welcoming environment for all of its students and employees.
Led by the College Administration and diversity officer, the College is on an exciting journey to create a climate of success for all CON community members. The College of Nursing implemented an aggressive plan with the goals:
A key component of the plan was to establish an advisory committee to guide the College's diversity and inclusion efforts. The first group of advisors, comprised of representatives from the greater Augusta community, University, and College (students, staff and faculty), was convened in February 2014.
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February: Black History Month
Black History Month, or National African American History Month, is an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of African Americans in U.S. history.
March: Women's History Month
Women's History Month is a celebration of women's contributions to history, culture and society. The United States has observed it annually throughout the month of March since 1987.
April: Diversity Awareness Month
Diversity Awareness Month is a celebration of the unique and varied cultures and perspectives that make up Augusta University. Recognitions such as heritage celebrations and awareness weeks encourage the exploration of cultures and perspectives that may differ from our own.
May: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (APAHM), celebrating the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States.
September 15 - October 15: Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
October: LGBTQ History Month
The LGBT community is the only community worldwide that is not taught its history at home, in public schools or in religious institutions. LGBT History Month provides role models, builds community and makes the civil rights statement about our extraordinary national and international contributions.
