Equity at the College
Equity Statement:
With our core focus on equity, Delaware County Community College is committed to fostering a climate that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and access. Within our programs, activities, support services and campus locations across Delaware and Chester counties, we value building a culture wherein everyone feels that they are valued and belong.
Our aim is to ensure that all voices at the College are included and uplifted at every level, and that our policies and practices remove systemic barriers to accessibility and success. We encourage all members of our community to develop and contribute to our decisions, work, and dialogue in support of social justice and equitable change.
Our Offices and Programs
 
              The Center for Equity & Social Justice (CESJ)
 
              The Office of Disability Services (ODS)
 
              First-Generation Student Success (FGSS)
 
              International Students
 
              Essential Student Resource Center
 
              Heritage, Awareness and Observance Calendar
 
              Moon Shot for Equity
 
              Institutional Diversity Committee
Additional Resources
Male Empowerment Initiative (MEI)
The purpose of this initiative is to improve the academic success rates, retention rates, graduation rates, and overall experiences of male students enrolled at Delaware County Community College. The initiative seeks to fulfill this purpose through achieving goals including: completing a needs assessment, evaluating existing programs and enhancing cultural competencies.
Female Empowerment Initiative (FEI)
The purpose of this initiative is to improve belongingness and sense of community among female students enrolled at Delaware County Community College. The initiative seeks to fulfill this purpose through offering opportunities for engaging discussions and programming that enhance the college experience.
College-wide Reading Program
The College-Wide Reading Program is an initiative intended to provide a common reading that encourages thought, discussion, and collaboration at Delaware County Community College. All members of the College community are invited to participate in related activities throughout the academic year.
Safe Space Training
Delaware County Community College offers Safe Space training with the intention of fostering a safe space for our students and staff, with a pledge to become stronger allies (no matter of our own identity).
Learn more about safe spaces and the College’s training here.
Preferred Name Resources
The Student Records Office is a resource for those students who would like to establish a preferred name during their time at the College. Learn more about the Student Recrods Office’s services here.
Title IX
Delaware County Community College is an equal employment and educational opportunity institution conforming to all applicable legislation that prohibits discrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by state or federal laws in its educational programs, activities, admission or employment policies, as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable statutes.
Anyone who is interested in filing a Title IX complaint can do so by contacting one of the Title IX Investigators listed below via telephone or U.S. Mail at 901 S. Media Line Road, Media, PA 19603, or by completing our Title IX Report form.
Learn more about DCCC’s Title IX services here.
Report Title IX Violation
You may report a Title IX violation here.
Student Complaints
If you feel that you have been treated inappropriately by a member of the Delaware County Community College community, visit this web page to help address your concerns.
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