The diversity dimensions addressed by the projects include class, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, nationality, race, and sexual orientation. Grants were awarded to faculty, staff, administrators as well as students. Given the social and cultural diversity of the state and the University's commitment to diversity, the University has the responsibility and the unique opportunity to assume a leadership role in addressing diversity and equity issues. The University will respect the worth and dignity of all its members and will create a community that glories in and honors the academic traditions of dialogue and civility. The University will continue to improve the diversity of its students, faculty and staff.
Diversity enriches the academic experience and is essential to the quality of higher education.
Reflecting the multicultural society of the state and the nation is a compelling societal and University interest. The Vice President for Student Affairs has been designated as the administrative representative of the President for the Diversity and Equity Initiative. A system-wide committee will review proposals. The committee members represent diverse constituencies from the Community Colleges, West O'ahu, Hilo and Manoa. Student organizations will need a university staff sponsor and fiscal officer.