WVU Black Faculty Association
Vision and Mission
Vision
The members of the West Virginia University Black Faculty Association believe that West Virginia University with its many resources will become a model for the pursuit of diversity for land-grant institutions. Through the creation and implementation of a comprehensive plan that is well-evaluated, the West Virginia University will increase the number of Black faculty recruited, hired, and retained successfully through the promotion and tenure processes.
It is our continuing vision to be a supportive, viable organization within the university that is understood to be critical to the success of the institution in pursuit of its diversity objectives. We are committed to establishing working relationships with key administrators and operating units on campus.
Mission
The mission of the WVU Black Faculty Association is to enhance the well-being and quality of work life of Black faculty, staff, and students by ensuring that the West Virginia University is aware of and responsive to the needs of Black faculty, staff, and students. In order to fulfill this mission, the WVU Black Faculty Association will:
1. Promote the professional development of Black faculty and serve as an advocate for academic excellence and educational equity;
2. Advance the recruitment and retention of Black faculty and graduate students;
3. Serve as a liaison between the Black faculty and University administration with a focus on the Office of the Provost and the Office of Graduate Education.
4. Partner with campus and community organizations that share similar mission statements and goals.
5. Hold the University accountable to its own stated mission and strategic plans regarding matters of diversity and keep the issues of diversity, inclusivity, and equity at the fore front of policy making at the University.
