Hiring is the traditional focus of affirmative action plans. The University of Connecticut's current monitoring and support systems are largely concentrated on hiring. It is now time to direct equal attention and creativity toward retention and career mobility. We need new mechanisms to increase opportunities for career development. These mechanisms must serve all classes of employees, but they must also allow us to combat cultural forces that lead women and minorities into stereotypical roles.
All services are to be provided in a fair and impartial manner.
These activities must reflect the positive, active spirit of this policy. Affirmative action and equal employment opportunity are University-wide priorities, and will remain so until our goals are met for all categories of employees, regardless of classification. Plan details our goals and responsibilities. A full copy is housed in the main library on each campus, including the Law School, and is updated at least once each year. Your comments are welcomed and should be directed to Ms. Quong Conlon at this address and telephone number.