Diversity and Inclusion
Acknowledging and celebrating different communities, identities, and perspectives that promote diversity. Bringing awareness to racial, socioeconomic, and other forms of social injustices. Ensuring that Coastline is a safe environment to discuss and dialogue about issues that concern our students, staff, and faculty.
Coastline College proudly serves students from a variety of backgrounds, granting the institution the Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPISI) designations.
The AANAPISI designation was established by Congress in 2007 for institutions with enrollment of undergraduate full-time equivalent students that is at least 10 percent Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander.
HSIs are defined by federal law as accredited, degree-granting, public or private nonprofit institutions of higher education where Hispanic students represent 25 percent or more of the full-time undergraduate enrollment.
Cultural and Religious Observances
The Coastline student body is diverse, representing many cultures, customs, and religions.
Affinity Groups
Faculty & Staff Affinity Groups connect people who share common identities or experiences, based on race, gender, sexual orientation, language, nationality, physical/mental ability, socio-economic class, family structure, religion, etc. These are designated "safe spaces" where people voluntarily come together, increasing connectedness, reducing isolation, and helping create a diverse and socially just world.
Dialogue Series
Events that provide space to spark dialogue about sensitive issues at Coastline College.
Past Topics
- Homelessness and Food Insecurity
- Uncomfortable Holiday Conversations
- Discomfort with hearing or speaking other languages
- White Guide: Another Perspective
- Unearned Privileges
Awareness Month Recognition
Information and events that recognize different communities and groups that tend to be marginalized.
Bias Education & Response
To build a more inclusive community, we have to recognize incidents of bias and hate that occur toward - and by - our community members. This effort is led by the Bias Education & Response Team.
Past Events
Diversity and Equity Campus Climate Survey
In Spring 2021, Golden West College participated in a Districtwide Diversity and Equity Campus Climate Survey. The Survey was developed by the Higher Education Data Sharing Consortium (HEDS). A total of 525 students, faculty, classified professionals, and administrators from GWC responded to the survey. This presentation will highlight the key findings from survey results.
Voter Suppression and the Impact of it on Our Current Political and Social Condition
Discussion of various aspects of voter suppression and the impact of it on our current political and social condition.
Common Challenges & Post-Covid Commerce
Impacts of Covid-19 on Black vs. white-owned businesses and the importance of psychological safety in a VUCA-driven world by addressing volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity.
Anti-Asian Bias
Presentation and opportunity to come together to discuss and share experiences and identify solutions to combat anti-Asian hate.
The Future of Law Enforcement
A conversation with law enforcement on the de-escalation and the use of force and changes being made.
White Supremacist Criminal Street Gangs-An Overview
Presentation about white supremacist criminal street gangs in Orange County, the impact those gang have had on the community and what the Orange County District Attorney is doing to combat those crimes.
Anti-Muslim Sentiment in US
How media influences our perception of the Muslim Experience. A look into how contemporary films/tv, music, and other visual media lay the groundwork to perpetuate a global sense of implicit Islamophobia.
Anti-Transgender Legislation
Current anti-trans legislation and how it affects the community, trans resources, and how to support trans students/community.
Improving Relationships with Effective Communication Skills
Conflict, different views, and opinions can be effective if communication skills are employed to address them. Explore, examine, and engage communication strategies and practices designed to build and maintain relationships while also developing personal growth.