Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

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Anoka-Ramsey is committed to creating a welcoming environment for everyone. This includes people of all nationalities, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities, ages, beliefs, religions and economic backgrounds. Together, we strive to build a culture of belonging, where all voices matter and every individual can thrive.
  • 29% BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Students
  • 31% Students Eligible for the Pell Grant
  • 18% First-Generation College Students

Resources on Campus

Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion means an environment where everyone has access to the resources they need to succeed. Anoka-Ramsey works to remove barriers and ensure that our campus reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

Office of Equity and Inclusion

The Office of Equity and Inclusion’s core purpose is to transform perspectives by strategically providing direction to the college on equity and inclusion.

Bias Response Team

The mission of the bias response team is to receive, review and respond to incidents of bias as well as promote a safe bias-free campus environment.

BRIDGES

The BRIDGES Plan is an ongoing commitment to supporting the academic, professional and personal growth of students, employees and community members through belongingness, equity and inclusion. It emphasizes shared responsibility across the colleges and is reviewed at least every two years to remain responsive, relevant and aligned with institutional missions.

Inclusive Spaces

Meet New People

Mosaic Cultural Center

An educational hub on the Coon Rapids campus designed to serve as a social network to bring together the college’s diverse group of students to share their personal cultures and stories. The Mosaic Cultural Center is a place to study, relax and meet new people of different cultural backgrounds.  

Coon Rapids Campus: Room SC178

Prayer, Meditation and Reflection

Ablution Room

A private room for washing and cleansing before religious practices for students and staff.

Coon Rapids Campus Student Center  

Reflection Room

Used as a meditation and prayer space for all students and staff.  

Coon Rapids Campus: SC131 

Cambridge Campus: E203D

Sensory Friendly Room

A space for students and staff who are sensory sensitive.  

Coon Rapids Campus: Library 
 

Nursing Parents

Lactation Room

The lactation room is used for lactation purposes. This room is open to students and staff to use.  

Coon Rapids Campus: SC105B 

Cambridge Campus: E203D

Additional Resources

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Events

More Events
June
22

Nursing Information Session

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College - Cambridge Campus
June
22

Minnesota State Week Virtual Information Session

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
June
23

Minnesota State Week Ice Cream Social

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College - Cambridge Campus