“Keene State College is honored to be recognized for promoting a respectful and nurturing work environment for our colleagues with disabilities. Our institutional mission and culture are grounded in a conviction that people of all abilities have unique assets and strengths, and we celebrate the contributions made by every member of our campus community. The Employment Leadership Award is affirmation of the effectiveness of our employment policies and practices and we take great pride in this distinction.”
Helen F. Giles-Gee, President Keene State College

Keene State College is a recipient of New Hampshire’s Employment Leadership Award for recognizing the skills and contributions that people with disabilities bring to the workforce. By adopting inclusive policies and hiring practices that allow people with disabilities to fairly compete for employment, Keene State College is leading the way in diverse workforce development.