Thus even prior to the passage and implementation of Proposition 209, the academic community had a lot of work to do in promoting diversity. Faculty, students, and staff must each play active roles in defining how we move forward in creating and maintaining access to all of our graduate programs for all groups of people. History has taught us that diversity does not just happen. Programs that receive federal funds that require targeting these groups are exempt from Proposition 209. The University has expressed its commitment to diversity.
Diversity is fundamental to academic excellence.
GOP has always conducted advising and outreach to students seeking its services. Eligibility for GOP Awards and SROP have been revised. The University has an obligation to honor all aspects of the award agreement. All two-year GOP Award recipients do need to apply to renew their award for a second year. Renewal applications will be mailed and must be returned to GOP by February 13th .