Sunday, February 22, 2015

Holi crapoli, they've got a "Dean of Student Success and Retention"!!! And they keep asking for more money?!!!.Same-sex benefits: Grand Rapids Community College considers adding coverage

Same-sex benefits: Grand Rapids Community College considers adding coverage | MLive.com
"GRAND RAPIDS, MI - When John Cowles first came to Grand Rapids Community College in 1999, he was glad to learn there was an equal employment policy in place aimed at ensuring students and employees were treated equally, regardless of sexual orientation.
Cowles, who is gay, wanted to work in a welcoming environment, one where he didn’t have to fear reprisal for expressing his sexuality.
Now, 16 years later, he’s hopeful the college will take another step toward becoming a more inclusive place for the LGBT community by adopting domestic partner benefits for same sex couples.
“Saying that we’re going to treat gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender employees just like we’re going to treat all employees, that says something and that means a lot,” said Cowles, GRCC’s Dean of Student Success and Retention.
Cowles may get his wish.
GRCC President Steven Ender said administrators began exploring offering domestic partner benefits this fall..."

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