IT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

DEI Vision Statement

SJSU IT Division commits itself to the personal, professional, and academic success of all of our campus community, including people of color, people with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, those with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and people of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions, through exemplary implementation and support of its technologies, services, and innovation.

San Jose State University’s IT Division recognizes and actively affirms the dignity of those it serves, regardless of heritage, education, beliefs, race, income, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and physical or mental capabilities. 

SJSU IT makes diversity, equity, and inclusion a priority in planning and decision making for all projects, procedures, and services, and is dedicated to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful organizational culture that appreciates, celebrates, and supports individual differences. We foster an environment that encourages innovative ways of using technology and methodology in all aspects of IT.

We welcome and honor the diversity of our campus and the community we serve by:

• Fostering an atmosphere of dignity and respect
• Encouraging the exploration of new ideas and perspectives in an open, safe, and positive environment
• Working with diverse communities to determine appropriate ways to design, deliver, and evaluate SJSU IT services

Recruitment and Retention

Recruit, Retain, and Promote Diverse Staff

Identify outreach opportunities internally and externally through which we can advertise new positions and improve diversity of job applicants

Infrastructure and Technology

Provide Strategic Oversight with Technology

Review Technology Requisition Impact Assessment process for completeness and identify any group that is underprivileged with current or future technology solutions

Community and Environment

Promote a Strong Sense of Belonging

Continue current practices of IT Division communication and staff involvement for work-life balance, health and safety, and a sense of belonging

Engage and Educate

Engage Members to Develop Educational Strategies

Promote interdivision collaboration within the IT Division through cross-pollination practices to promote employee growth, upskilling, and career advancement

The members of the SJSU IT Division DEI Committee are:

• Kara Li, Associate Vice President, Strategic Planning & Portfolio Managment
• Matthew Loo, Sr. IT Support Specialist
• Norma Brown, IT Consultant
• Rashmi Kumar, Analyst/Programmer
• Tino Cruz, Network Service Lead
• Willie Simon, Employee Engagement Specialist