The Office of Equity and Diversity is committed and works hard to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, and with University equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and student welfare policies. Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and the Office of Equity and Diversity work together to build a foundation for a diverse university community through educational opportunities, programming, and events that raise awareness and foster respect for human difference.

The Office of Equity and Diversity also develops and facilitates training in the following areas: Workplace Diversity, Relationship Building, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Mediation, and Grievance Support.

Our mission is to provide the campus with the means to:

• Create a campus culture that is free from discrimination and harassment through the promotion of fair and equitable treatment for students, faculty and staff.
• Increase and retain diverse campus community members.
• Raise awareness of diversity through education, training, community outreach, and good faith hiring strategies.
• Provide consultation as an information resource and clearinghouse on campus equity, diversity and safety issues.