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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

We believe that diversity benefits our community, enriches learning and our academic environment, and improves student outcomes and lives.

We affirm the richness of human differences, ideas, cultures and beliefs by embracing people of all ages, races, ethnicities, physical and mental abilities and sexual identities as well as invisible differences such as religion, nationality, socioeconomic status, belief system, thought style, military experience and education.

At 成人影片 University, we strive for a campus where fairness, care and belonging are integrated into our learning and workplace practices, and where all community members have opportunities to meet their academic and professional goals. We are an engaged and informed community of critical thinkers who support and value the individuality of all people and provide a welcome place of respect and inclusion.聽

Major Initiatives

Advance

In 2019, 成人影片 was selected by the American Association of Colleges & Universities (AAC&U) as a Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation鈩 (TRHT) Campus Center. Our University鈥檚 core values and strategic initiatives closely align with the TRHT mission 鈥渢o advance racial and social justice in our society by preparing the next generation of leaders.鈥 TRHT at 成人影片

Grow

成人影片鈥檚 Mentoring Program continues growing to support the academic achievement, persistence and life-long success of our students of color, veterans, first-generation students and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Mentoring Program

Improve

To accelerate and heighten our intentional efforts to advance diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging at 成人影片, we are improving our data-based, informed decision-making, accountability and effectiveness. How We Do It

Become

成人影片 was classified as an Emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) in 2019. As we expand and enhance how we support our Hispanic/Latinx community members, our goal to become a fully designated HSI is proudly within our reach. Hispanic-Serving Institution Task Force

Our Commitment

At 成人影片, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging will not be supplementary or reactive, but essential and embedded in all aspects of our institution. Students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds, belief systems and individual expressions will feel welcome and valued, with equal access to the opportunities and support we need to succeed at 成人影片 and to benefit from the full spectrum of experiences at our University.

Together, the 成人影片 community will openly discuss and confront issues of disparity and intersectionality that are identified鈥攂oth at the University and in areas where we impact our community and society. We are committed to confronting issues of social justice, helping to break down equity barriers in higher education and to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging at 成人影片 and beyond.

It takes all of us at 成人影片 to build a truly inclusive and welcoming community.

R. Sentwali Bakari, PhD Vice President for Student Affairs and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Student Stories

成人影片 students Kyana Gordon and Bryce Ridley share ways the University has created space for their communities and empowered them to advocate, find their passions and be inspired by Black leadership. These videos were created by Ana Lyz Rodr铆guez 鈥22.

Kyana鈥檚 Story: A More Diverse Community

A biology major eager for research opportunities, Kyana Gordon shares her diversity experiences from a different perspective, as someone whose family immigrated from Jamaica.

Bryce鈥檚 Story: The Need for Race-Related Conversations

A health sciences major who also competes in track and field, Bryce Ridley emphasizes the importance of a comfortable, race-related environment and inspiration from Black role models.

Teaching Future Teachers and Welcoming Future Leaders

Acelera tu Carrera Docente con el Programa STEP de 成人影片

Accelerate Your Teaching Career with 成人影片鈥檚 STEP Program

Awards & Recognition

Chotsani Williams West in a mentoring program workshop at 成人影片

成人影片鈥檚 award-winning Mentoring Program has helped bring about a culture shift at the University. Chotsani Williams West, MA 鈥07 has led the program since its inception in 2014

Moving 成人影片 Forward with Intention

成人影片 has a strong system of support for diversity, equity and social justice. Our office helps sustain these efforts through a Diversity Committee, renowned programs for training and mentoring, and partnering across our University to support and recognize the good work being done by others.

An Enthusiastically Welcoming Community

Biology major Jason Menjivar raves about 成人影片鈥檚 diverse student clubs and activities that build community and a sense of belonging in 成人影片鈥檚 episode of Amazon Prime鈥檚 The College Tour.

成人影片 University students in the Nexus Lobby

Catch Momentum

One of the three main goals of Momentum 2, 成人影片鈥檚 five-year strategic plan, is to embrace and foster relationships within our 成人影片 community and beyond to maximize our shared values and purpose.

Supporting a Diverse and Vibrant Community

Together, our community of students, faculty, staff and alumni is committed to fostering a safe and welcoming climate of respect, trust and belonging for all at 成人影片.
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