Diversity

what is diversity


Operational Definition of Diversity

Diversity embraces all human differences while building on the commonalities that bind us together. It serves to eliminate discrimination, marginalization, andDiversity Word Cloud exclusion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, national origin, military status, diversity of thought and political ideology.

Diversity focuses on building community through:

  • Composition of a diverse faculty, staff and student body
  • Curricula and learning experiences that prepare students to live and work in a diversity and global society
  • Climate of inclusiveness with principles of mutual respect, fairness and social justice that is conducive for everyone to develop to his/her fullest potential.
  • Campus life that allows students to develop leadership skills, civic responsibility and social skills while excelling academically, faculty to teach, serve and conduct research that enhances knowledge and improves the quality of life, and staff to work in supportive workplace environments