Mission
The function of the Chicana/o Latina/o Faculty and Staff Association (CLFSA) is to accentuate a culturally diverse academic and social environment thereby increasing the Chicana/o Latina/o presence within Washington State University; and to serve as an advocate between the University’s administration and its Chicana/o Latina/o community.
GOALS
- To provide a support network for Chicana/o Latina/o faculty, staff, and students.
- To promote the recruitment and retention of Chicana/o Latina/o faculty and staff and students.
- To support cultural activities and events of interest and benefit to the Chicana/o Latina/o population and community at large.
- To provide mentoring and support to Chicana/o Latina/o faculty and staff as they seek to address professional concerns within the governance of the WSU system.
- To address concerns brought forth either within the group or in cooperation with appropriate WSU administrative personnel.
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Faculty/Staff |
Community Relations (Internal/External) |
Student Support |
Advocacy Work |
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1. Develop Support Network |
1. Participate in Community Outreach |
1. Participate in ChiLASTAL |
1. Participate in F/S of Color Coalition |
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2. Recruit new members |
2. Develop stronger relation with WSU Alumni Association [La Alianza] |
2. Support Student programming (i.e. Latino Graduation) |
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3. Advocate for Assistant to the Provost Position |
3. Connect with urban campuses |
3. Serve as an advisory council to Ch/L student center |
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4. Participate in CLFSA activities and retreats |
4. Develop stronger relation with Commission of Hispanic Affairs |
4. Provide constructive feedback and input to staff of Ch/L student center |
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5. Recognize contributions of CLFS on campus |
5. Connect to Chicana/o Latina/o Education Organizations (i.e. NACCS and MALCS) |
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