Inclusive Campus Initiative Virtual Community Forum 11.1.2021 DACA student safety
General Summary:
• Forum Topic: DACA student safety and support
• Mental health and CAPS with Dr. Hingwe
• Open discussion/concerns/questions
Detailed Summary
• Introductory remarks and community guidelines
• Mental health awareness with Dr. Hingwe
o Mental health check-in questions
o Protect-Reflect-Connect for emotional well-being
Open discussion/concerns/questions
• DACA vs Dreamer
• Mayor Jessy Gregg discusses East Lansing sanctuary city status
• Policies regarding ICE both on and off MSU campus
• Mayor Gregg Updates on East Lansing DEI efforts:
o Hired DEI administrator for East Lansing
o City wide DEI training Initiative
o Removal of specific religious icons to promote inclusivity
o Partners with student groups to bring diverse cultural celebrations to East Lansing
o Creation of Police Oversight Committee
o Discussion of East Lansing Equal Rights Ordinance and Human Rights Commission
o Universal design standards in housing and building codes, including
disabled people on committees
o Diversity in East Lansing councils