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All Are Welcome at TBCC!

TBCC President Ross Tomlin

TBCC Connections, by Dr. Ross Tomlin

Tillamook Bay Community College, like all community colleges in the US, is open access and open enrollment. Anyone who has a high school diploma or GED can register for classes. We encourage everyone who wants to improve their lives through education to come and talk to our Success Coaches. They can help students develop an educational plan that will meet their needs and goals.

I am sure everyone has read about the Supreme Court ruling to eliminate Affirmative Action. This certainly impacts universities that have competitive enrollment criteria. Whereas this does not impact community colleges, we are saddened to see that one major way that protects minorities against discrimination in being admitted to a university is now gone. TBCC will continue to be a strong supporter of ensuring that all students and potential students receive the resources and help they need to succeed in college. Some require more and different help than others. This is the definition of equity, as opposed to equality, where everyone is treated the same.

In previous TBCC Connections articles, I have talked about our new 2022-2029 TBCC Strategic Plan. We have just now completed the first full year of implementing the plan, which includes five strategic priorities. One of these is Equity and Inclusion. We have strategic objectives and initiatives for each priority that are being worked on by groups across our campus.

For the equity and inclusion priority, we have an active DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) Committee at the college that has been working on initiatives for the past six years, with more being developed for the next few years. These include a comprehensive Equity Plan, a TBCC Equity Statement, and an Equity Lens process to evaluate our policies and procedures. The committee also manages our food pantry which has been in place for the past several years and provides both food and personal items for our students and community members.

The student demographics have been changing as well over the past several years, with the number of Hispanic students growing. Over 22% of TBCC students are now Hispanic. Once the percentage goes over 25%, TBCC will be eligible to apply for federal funds to be considered a Hispanic Serving Institution. This will allow us to provide even more resources to this group of students. This is certainly part of our equity and inclusion work at TBCC.

It is important to emphasize again that ALL ARE WELCOME AT TBCC. I believe our Equity Statement reinforces this very well:

Tillamook Bay Community College is enriched by diversity. Each individual uniquely enhances and strengthens our learning environment.

  • We value a community that promotes respect and dignity for all.
  • We identify and eliminate barriers to learning.
  • We provide equitable support and a safe and inclusive environment.
  • We promote full engagement in our college community.

We do this through access, opportunity, and advancement for all.

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Tillamook, OR 97141

Phone: (503) 842-8222
Fax: (503) 842-8334
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Tillamook Bay Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, age, religion, height/weight ratio, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, organizational affiliation, political affiliation or protected veterans with regard to employment, admissions, access to education programs or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations. Any persons having inquiries concerning Title II, Title IV, Title VI, or Title IX may contact: Jason Lawrence, Director Facilities and Safety 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, Oregon, Room 122, Phone (503) 842-8222, ext. 1020. Any persons having inquiries concerning Section 504 may contact: Rhoda Hanson, Chief Student Services Officer; 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, Oregon, Room 114, Phone (503) 842-8222, ext. 1110.

El Colegio Comunitario de Tillamook no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, discapacidad, sexo, edad, religión, relación entre altura/peso, estado civil, género, identidad de género, orientación sexual, afiliación organizacional, afiliación política o veteranos protegidos con respecto al empleo, admisiones, acceso a programas o actividades educativas según lo que se ha establecido en los estatutos y reglamentos federales y estatales. Cualquier persona que tenga preguntas sobre el Título II, el Título IV, el Título VI o el Título IX puede comunicarse con: Jason Lawrence, Director de Instalaciones y Seguridad 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, Oregon, Habitación 122, Teléfono (503) 842-8222, ext. 1020. Cualquier persona que tenga preguntas sobre la Sección 504 puede comunicarse con: Rhoda Hanson, Directora de Servicios Estudiantiles; 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, Oregon, Habitación 114, teléfono (503) 842-8222, ext. 1110.

TBCC Facilities are ADA Accessible. For questions, regarding access or accommodations please contact: Jason Lawrence, Director: Facilities and Safety; 4301 Third Street, Tillamook OR. 97141, 503-842-8222 x1020 with seven days advanced notice.

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