Participants earn points by reading books, magazine and newspaper articles, watching videos, movies and documentaries, participating or leading diversity workshops and sharing diversity information with others in the community. Diversity University allows you to proactively increase your awareness about your own and other cultures. Participants are provided with a list of suggested materials . DU has a team from Ark City's Diversity Initiative Task Force to resolve any questions about the eligibility for a particular request for points. You can view your current status on the website or drop by the Ark City Area Chamber of Commerce and check it out.
Students can also see what others have done to earn credits.
A participant is considered enrolled in the program when you earn your first credit. The Arkansas City's Human Relations Commission and the Diversity Initiative Task Force are the thrust of DU . The OUR stands for Ownership, Understanding and Respect. This idea builds upon the initiative of former Mayor Charles Jennings' thoughts on community development. It underscores the importance of making connections across cultural, racial, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic differences.