Equity Statement

DACC acknowledges the barriers, disparities, and disadvantages students face as they embark on their higher education journey. And we also recognize similar barriers to underrepresented employees in their careers. Thus, we take an asset-based or equity-minded approach to teaching, learning, and support instead of a deficit-minded approach. We seek to address issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, knowing that any well-suited definition of such terms must be broad and inclusive enough to address issues related to access, opportunity, and growth for students and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender identity, ability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and other differences