What is the Inclusive Community Response Team?

The Inclusive Community Response Team (ICRT) serves students by fostering an open and inclusive campus and responding to instances of hate and bias. The ICRT is a cross-institutional group dedicated to advancing the values of diversity and inclusion as described in the University's strategic plan, Educate Connect Elevate: Illinois State. If you have a question or concern, please reach out to the Chair of the team, Dr. John Davenport, Dean of Students at ICRT@IllinoisState.edu. 

What does ICRT do?

• SUPPORT – provide students with care and assistance when faced with a bias-related incident
• RESPOND - review reported bias-related incidents affecting students and refer to appropriate University and community entities
• MONITOR – examine the student experience for trends and issues which may affect the campus climate
• EDUCATE – build understanding within the campus community about the value of diversity and social justice

All bias-related incidents will be referred to the Inclusive Community Response Team for follow up. Bias incidents can be spoken or written, or appear as symbols, signs, threats, or actions performed in person or through electronic means (e.g. email, social media). They include, but are not limited to, microaggressions (these are seemingly normal interactions that convey demeaning messages towards disenfranchised group members), bullying, vandalism, destruction of private or public property, harassment, and expressions of discrimination or hate. One thing that all bias-related incidents have in common is that they have an adverse impact on learning for Illinois State University students.

Imminent threats and emergencies should be immediately reported to 911 and/or the Illinois State University Police Department at (309) 438-8631.

How do I report an issue?

Any student, faculty, staff, or community member can file a report with the ICRT using any method listed below. When filing a report, please be as specific as possible. Be sure to include date, time, specific location, names of people involved, descriptions of people involved (if names are not known), and specific details regarding the issue. It is also acceptable to submit any relevant files or pictures.

• Complete a Care Report
• By phone or in person at any of the following locations
  • Dean of Students Office: (309) 438-2008; 387 Student Services Building
  • Illinois State University Police Department: (309) 438-8631; 105 Nelson Smith Building
  • University Housing Services: (309) 438-8611; Office of Residential Life Building
  • Office of Equal Opportunity and Access: (309) 438-3383; 208 Hovey Hall