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University of Missouri Commitment to Diversity

Type: Policy
Status: Adopted
Source File: http://diversity.missouri.edu/about/
Description:
MU's Commitment to Diversity
Diversity is a reality in the world and in our American society. MU values this diversity because it is inherent in our institutional values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.
Valuing diversity grows out of respect for others and for self, despite our differences. Honoring diversity is required in order for us to carry out our institutional responsibility and moral obligation to all the citizens of Missouri. Being open to diversity is essential for discovery because what we ourselves know is not all that is. Welcoming diversity is integral to achieving excellence, since without it our own views and opinions are not challenged and honed.
To value diversity requires action on the part of MU, not just words. In order to be faithful to our values, we advocate working actively to build understanding and collaboration across our varied campus and global cultures. Specifically, MU must:
* cultivate a welcoming environment for all members of the community;
* reflect the diversity of the state by encouraging the participation of all who are qualified; and,
* help faculty, staff and students, through education and example, to live productively and peacefully in an increasingly diverse society and world.
(MU Values Committee, December 2004)
As the University of Missouri flagship campus, we are continuously building a community made up of individuals from different races, ethnic backgrounds, economic strata, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, talents and interests, geographical origins, political beliefs and values.
One of our current efforts is to increase the representation of persons from underrepresented backgrounds - persons of color both domestic and international.
Another leading priority, at this moment, is to create a campus climate that is more supportive of persons of color and to recruit and retain additional African Americans, Latinos and Latinas, and Native Americans - all of whom are underrepresented in our student body, faculty and staff.
Category:Colleges
Category:Diversity
Category:Missouri
Category:Policies
University of Missouri Promoting Pluralism and Academic Freedom

Type: Program
Status: Launched in 2006
Source File: http://difficultdialogues.missouri.edu/
Description:
The MU Difficult Dialogues program is designed to stimulate rigorous intellectual inquiry, and to empower students to express opposing views respectfully and in the spirit of open-mindedness.
Program activities provide an environment in which differing views are defended, heard, and considered by those who hold conflicting ideas and values across cultures.
The activities focus on teaching and reinforcing knowledge, skills, and awareness of diversity issues in higher education related to race, gender, sexual orientation, and religious literacy that encourage difficult dialogues on important, challenging topics and are essential to democratic citizenship in an increasingly diverse society.
An interdisciplinary group implemented a program that draws on specific strengths represented at MU: the top-ranked Center for the Study of Dispute Resolution (CSDR); Center for Religion, the Professions, and the Public; faculty leadership in the Carnegie/American Association of Higher Education cluster on the use of interactive theater to address multicultural issues; and Chancellor’s Diversity Initiative.
The University of Missouri is one of only a handful of institutions to receive renewal grants from the Difficult Dialogues Initiative. This program began at MU in 2006. Phase I of the program started in the two-year period of 2006-2007. This phase was designed (a) to assist its participants to understand some of the controversial and divisive issues in the student body; (b) teach them how to engage their students in these difficult dialogues; and (c) to enhance the learners’ self-efficacy and confidence in facilitating the discussions. Phase II of the MU Difficult Dialogues Program will (a) sustain our campus-wide faculty development program, and (b) provide a summer institute for other universities to develop difficult dialogues programs on their campuses.
Since 2006, the University of Missouri has received $200,000 in grants from the Ford Foundation to develop a project which promotes academic freedom and constructive dialogues on campus.
Category:Colleges
Category:Education
Category:Missouri
Category:Programs
University of Missouri Rape Education Office

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://studentlife.missouri.edu/rape-ed/index.php?page_id=home
Description:
What is the MU Rape Education Office?
The MU Rape Education Office is a comprehensive sexual assault education and resource service, which is an auxiliary of MSA/GPC in collaboration with the MU Women’s Center. Housed within 205 Brady Commons, this resource center is driven by the work of four dedicated student organizations: the Peer Rape Educators, the Greek Advocates, STAR (Stronger Together Against Rape), and MARS (Men Against Rape & Sexual Assault).
Mission of the Rape Education Office
* To increase awareness of the problem of sexual assault on our campus, in our community and in our society
* To decrease the prevalence of rape and sexual assault on the MU campus and to serve as a resource for students
* To work towards social change by increasing support for victims/survivors and by holding perpetrators accountable
Rape Education Office Resources
Our office is staffed by students and graduate assistants who are available to provide information and support to survivors and their partners, families and friends. We provide referrals for counseling, medical and legal services.
The various resources available in our office include:
* A book and video library
* Informative brochures
* Journal articles
* Popular media articles
* Packets of information for female and male survivors of sexual violence, friends and partners of survivors of sexual violence, and for students doing research in this area
We encourage you to visit our office and to utilize our expertise and resources. Currently we have a staff of over 30 undergraduate volunteers and two graduate students serving as co-coordinators of the office.
Category:Colleges
Category:Missouri
Category:Programs
Category:Women and Gender
University of Montana Affiliating with the Workers Rights Consortium

Type: Resolution
Status: Adopted on 11/8/06
Source File: http://www.umt.edu/asum/resolutions-f06.htm#13
Text:
Associated Students of the University of Montana (ASUM)
SB13-06/07
Resolution regarding UM Apparel
Whereas, The University of Montana is an institution of higher education committed to educating students to be "informed, ethical, and engaged citizens of local and global communities";
Whereas, the current system of sublicensing Grizwear? through the Collegiate Licensing Company offers insufficient information about the source of the apparel;
Whereas, the Collegiate Licensing Company has a loose affiliation with the Fair Labor Association, which lacks the monitoring capability that the Worker Rights Consortium provides;
Whereas, affiliating with the Worker Rights Consortium will supply The University of Montana with essential information regarding currently unreported factory conditions, making these reports available to all students, faculty, and staff;
Whereas, signing on to the WRC's Designated Suppliers Program will allow The University of Montana to shift Grizwear? manufacturing to factories that promote fair labor standards thus enforcing UM's purchasing code of conduct;
Whereas, The University of Montana has the responsibility to promote fair labor standards in it’s business endeavors;
Therefore, Let It Be Resolved that ASUM supports The University of Montana affiliating with the Worker Rights Consortium and adopting the Designated Suppliers Program to ensure ethically responsible practices in regards to its apparel purchasing process.
Category:Anti-Sweatshop
Category:Colleges
Category:Montana
Category:Resolutions
Category:Univ of Montana
University of Montana Condemning the Use of "Taser" Guns

Type: Resolution
Status: Failed on 11/29/06
Vote: In Favor - 6 Opposed - 13
Source File: http://www.umt.edu/asum/resolutions-f06.htm#16
Text:
Associated Students of the University of Montana (ASUM)
SB16-06/07
Resolution condemning ‘Taser’ use by the Department of Public Safety
Whereas, the use of ‘Taser’ guns are both dangerous and unnecessary, especially on The University of Montana campus;
Whereas, the recent events at The University of California Los Angeles are evidence that the use of ‘Tasers’ are not only threatening to students and their ability to learn, but they also have potential legal repercussions that could be detrimental to The University of Montana and the Office of Public Safety;
Whereas, the students of The University of Montana believe that situations should be resolved peacefully;
Whereas, the use of ‘Taser’ guns are a violent method to conflict resolutions;
Therefore, Let It Be Resolved that the Associated Students of The University of Montana call upon the Office of Public Safety to discontinue the use of ‘Taser’ guns.
Category:Colleges
Category:Montana
Category:Peace
Category:Resolutions
Category:Univ of Montana
University of Montana Farm to College Program

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://umt.edu/greeningum/farm_to_college.htm
Description:
The Farm to College program at the University of Montana is adding more locally produced food to the food offered by UM Dining Services. By allowing members of the campus community to ‘think globally and eat locally’, the program helps them understand the social and environmental impacts of their food choices. By shrinking our foodshed (the area where our food is grown), we support local farms, re-circulate money in the state and local community, and reduce the energy invested in food.
The Farm to College program aims to be a model of institutional local food purchasing. Purchasing local food helps sustain Montana's natural and cultural heritage and economy, and provides healthy, fresh food to the campus community. The program's success may further impact the state by illuminating the possibilities and benefits of local food purchasing and paving the way for other large scale food buyers to purchase locally.
UM Dining Services now incorporates a wide variety of foodstuffs in our regular menu offerings, such as poultry from ET Farms, beef from Montana Natural Beef and Ranchland Packing, pork from Farm-to-Market Pork, Montoya oils in all our fryers, plus as much fresh, locally-grown produce as possible. We also feature Hi-Country jerky, BrenTari Salsa, & Bausch Potatoes in the Food Zoo and UC Food Court. All our breads are from Wheat Montana, pasta from Pasta Montana, tortillas from Service Specialty and dairy products are local from MeadowGold. We are also encouraging our prime vendor to carry more local or regional food products.
The biggest hurdle has been Montana's growing season which does not lend itself to a large variety of produce during the academic year, plus Montana does not have many value-added food production businesses in the state. Therefore, we are focusing on year-round products that are traditionally top agricultural products in this state: beef, wheat, honey, and to some extent, pork and chicken.
More info on the Farm to College Program is available here.
Category:Colleges
Category:Food-Related Policies
Category:Montana
Category:Programs
Category:Univ of Montana
University of Montana No Interest Bike Loans

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://www.umt.edu/asum/ot/bikeloan.html
Description:
Associated Students of the University of Montana (ASUM)
Term and Rate: 12 month no interest loan for up to $400.00
To be eligible, the borrower must be:
:1. A current member of Missoula Federal Credit Union
:2. A registered Student at The University of Montana
To Apply for Funds:
:1. Go to the ASUM Office of Transportation.
:2. Bring your Griz Card.
:3. Fill out the MFCU "Loanliner Advance Request Voucher" form.
:4. Be able to pay 10% of the purchase price of the bicycle.
After bike is purchased:
:1. The borrower must bring a copy of the receipt and/or bill of sale (of the bicycle) to the ASUM Office of Transportaion. The receipt must show that they have paid at least 10% of the purchase price of the bicycle.
:2. The borrower must register the bike with the city of Missoula (this costs $5) and bring a copy of the registration within a week of purchase.
Category:Colleges
Category:Economics
Category:Foot-Powered Transportation
Category:Montana
Category:Programs
Category:Univ of Montana
University of Montana in Support of Forward Montana's Just Wages for UM Janitors

Type: Resolution
Status: No indication
Source File: http://www.umt.edu/asum/resolutions-s07.htm#45
Text:
Associated Students of the University of Montana (ASUM)
B45-06/07
Resolution in Support of Forward Montana's Just Wages for UM Janitors Campaign
Whereas, The University of Montana is an institution of higher education committed to educating students to be "informed, ethical, and engaged citizens of local and global communities";
Whereas, The Associated Students of The University of Montana have shown a strong commitment to securing just wages through our innovative implementation of wage scales set above minimum wage, setting a higher standard among other employers at UM, as well as our resolution endorsing I-151 and joining the Raise Montana Coalition;
Whereas, the starting wage for janitors at The University of Montana is $3,000 less than 2006 Federal Poverty Guidelines for a family of four, as determined by The US Department of Health and Human Services;
Whereas, a family of three fares only marginally better at just $400 over the federal poverty limit;
Whereas, anyone working a fulltime job deserves to be making a wage that is at the very least above the federal poverty limit;
Whereas, janitors at The University of Montana currently make a starting wage that is $1,500 less than their counterparts at Montana State University, despite a similar cost of living;
Whereas, UM already experiences difficulty retaining janitors on staff, and with numerous buildings set to break ground or open their doors, employee retention will only become more of a concern;
Therefore, Let It Be Resolved that the Associated Students of The University of Montana support and endorse Forward Montana's Just Wages for UM Janitors campaign to raise janitor wages at The University of Montana to at least the same level as Montana State University's.
Category:Colleges
Category:Labor Issues
Category:Montana
Category:Resolutions
Category:Univ of Montana
University of Nebraska-Kearney Universal Instructional Design

Type: Policy
Status: In effect
Source File: http://www.unk.edu/offices/disability/index.php?id=13663
Description:
UDL provides a blueprint for creating flexible goals, methods, materials, and assessments that accommodate learner differences.
"Universal" does not imply a single optimal solution for everyone. Instead, it is meant to underscore the need for multiple approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners.
UDL mirrors the universal design movement in architecture and product development. Think of speakerphones, curb cuts, and close-captioned television—all universally designed to accommodate a wide variety of users, including those with disabilities.
Embedded features that help those with disabilities eventually benefit everyone. UDL uses technology's power and flexibility to make education more inclusive and effective for all.
A universally-designed curriculum offers the following:
:Multiple means of representation to give learners various ways of acquiring information and knowledge
:Multiple means of expression to provide learners alternatives for demonstrating what they know, and
:Multiple means of engagement to tap into learners' interests, challenge them appropriately, and motivate them to learn
Category:Colleges
Category:Diversity
Category:Education
Category:Nebraska
Category:Policies
University of New Mexico "In Their Shoes" Program

Type: Program
Status: Ongoing
Source File: http://as2.unm.edu/intheirshoes.html
Description:
Did you know
College students with disabilities are less likely to complete their degree programs than students without disabilities.
Disability is the one minority anyone can join at any time.
* Car Crash
* Skiing Accident
* Household Mishap
* Cancer Disease
There are 48.9 million Americans with a disability. That's 19.4% of the U.S. population. 1 out of 5 Americans.
Have you thought...
* Why do they really need extra time?
* Doesn't all of this just give them an unfair advantage?
* If they can't do the work, should they even be here?
Whether we realize it or not, we all encounter individuals with disabilities in our daily lives. Some of these disabilities will be readily apparent and many others will be much less visible. "In Their Shoes" utilizes a hands-on, interactive format so that you may catch a glimpse of what it's really like to have functional limitations that substantially alter a major life activity, such as learning, seeing, hearing, or functioning socially.
"In Their Shoes" is one important step on the path to removing the hidden barriers that impact us all. As educators, it is important for us to embrace the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act by creating an inclusive learning environment that is empowering and supportive of the needs of students and employees with disabilities.
We now invite you to participate in the "In Their Shoes" presentation. You'll meet some of the students with disabilities and learn about their experiences.
Please click on the link below to use this site to learn a bit about this, when asked for college ID use: accessibility.
In Their Shoes
Category:Colleges
Category:Disability Issues
Category:New Mexico
Category:Programs
University of North Carolina Renewable Energy Special Projects Committee

Type: Program
Status: Established in April 2003
Source File: http://studentorgs.unc.edu/respc/index.php?option=com_content&task=category§ionid=1&id=27&Itemid=39
Description:
“The purpose of the Renewable Energy Special Projects Committee (RESPC) shall be to increase the use of renewable energy on campus through the creation and funding of projects on campus."-RESPC Constitution
RESPC was formed in April 2003 for this purpose. Since then, the RESPC has been budgeting for roughly $184,932 per year that is generated from the Green Energy Campaign's student fee. The fee was approved by the UNC system’s Board of Governors and first went into effect in the 2004-05 school year.
In February 2005, the referendum was renewed with approval by 85% of student body votes! This time the referendum will stay in effect for 4 years. See you again in 2009!
Composed of 7 students and 4 faculty/staff/administration members, the committee works with project creation, implementation of projects into campus buildings, grant writing, and public relations. The student members meet on Thursday evenings, usually in the Union Annex. Meetings are open to the public. The full committee meets on the second Friday of every month at 2.30PM, usually in room 307A of South Building.
Category:Colleges
Category:North Carolina
Category:Programs
Category:Renewable Energy
University of North Carolina Sustainability Policy

Type: Policy
Status: Adopted
Source File: http://sustainability.unc.edu/Portals/0/Documents/Sustainability%20Policy.pdf
Text:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill recognizes that one of the great challenges of our time is to make decisions and investments that simultaneously advance economic vitality, ecological integrity, and social welfare.
In order to support the University community in addressing this challenge, the University is committed to fostering and demonstrating approaches to sustainability. University policies, practices, and curricula should, when possible, embody approaches that reduce life cycle costs, restore or maintain the functioning of natural systems, and enhance human well-being.
Carolina seeks continuous improvement in the planning, construction, and operation of capital facilities; providing transportation systems that support alternatives to single occupancy vehicles; procuring and managing energy, water, and materials; stewarding natural resources; and researching and teaching sustainability principles and approaches. Budget planning, staffing, metrics of success, and performance reviews reflect these University priorities.
Strategies for achieving sustainability include:
* Developing and implementing policies and practices that preserve natural resources; conserve energy, water, and materials; reduce waste and emissions; and lessen overall environmental impact;
* Promoting human health and well-being (e.g., by providing safe and healthy workspaces and residences and developing new bike and walking routes);
* Developing an understanding of the local, regional, and global impacts of the University’s activities on the health of the planet and the well-being of its current and future inhabitants;
* Fostering linkages among and within campus departments, both operational and academic;
* Developing and monitoring indicators of progress toward sustainability;
* Promoting awareness of sustainability goals and fostering sustainability literacy among the entire campus community;
* Collaborating with off-campus organizations, including local governments, businesses, citizen groups, agencies, and schools in cooperative efforts to provide a healthy regional environment;
* Advocating for policy change that will allow the support of environmentally and socially responsible companies;
* Promoting and celebrating accomplishments.
As a leading research university, UNC will influence generations of students and a range of communities from local to global. Campus operations and course offerings that incorporate sustainability will help maintain our competitive edge in recruitment, funded research, and development.
Category:Colleges
Category:North Carolina
Category:Policies
Category:Sustainability Policies
University of Notre Dame, IN Ecofund

Type: Program
Status: Launched in 2008
Source File: http://enlighten.nd.edu/news/324-class-of-2008-earmarks-senior-class-gift-for-ecofund
Description:
Notre Dame’s Class of 2008 voted to make the inaugural gift to the EcoFund, a new fund established to advance environmentally responsible and sustainable practices at Notre Dame.
Their gift will impact the following initiatives:
Energy Conservation
Installing compact fluorescent light bulbs and occupancy senors in common areas or setting temperature limits in buildings
Water Conservation
Testing rain-gauge sprinklers, utilizing motion-activating sinks, and installing low-flow faucets, showerheads, and toilets
Campus Ecosystem
Maintaining native plants in campus landscaping and composting food waste at the dining halls.
Recycling
Expanding day-to-day recycling efforts by installing permanent outdoor recycling containers and establishing recycling programs for home football games
Category:Colleges
Category:Green Funds
Category:Indiana
Category:Programs