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Hello and Welcome from Equity and
Diversity !
Dr. Jean Keller
Interim Vice President
Celebrating Diversity | Building Inclusion
Together, we create an inclusive environment that prepares our community
of learners for engagement in a global society
10.15Diversity
Statement
1.3.7Non-
Discrimination
1.3.19Sexual
Harassment
Equal Opportunity-Related Policies
1.3.23Consensual
Relationships
Diversity Statement
The University of North Texas values diversity and individuality as part of advancing ideals of human worth, dignity and academic excellence. Diverse viewpoints enrich open
discussion, foster the examination of values and exposure of biases, help educate people in rational conflict
resolution, responsive leadership and prepare us for the complexities of a
pluralistic society. As such, the University of North Texas is committed
to maintaining an open, welcoming atmosphere that attracts qualified students, staff, and faculty from all
groups to support their success. Policy 10.15
Diversity and Non-Discrimination
The University of North Texas does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, age, political
affiliation, disability, marital status, ancestry, genetic
information, citizenship, or veteran status in its application
and admission process, educational programs and
activities, employment policies and use of university facilities.
Policies 10.15 and 1.3.7
SEXUAL HARASSMENT DEFINITION
Policy 1.3.19
•Unwelcome sexual advances
•Requests for sexual favors, and
•Other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature regardless of gender, even if under the guise of humor.
Policy 1.3.19
SEXUAL HARASSMENT – QUID PRO QUO
When the: • Unwelcome advances • Requests for sexual
favors • Verbal or physical
conduct of a sexual nature
is made explicitly or implicitly as a term or condition of an individual's employment or education.
HOSTILE WORK ENVIRONMENT
Policy 1.3.19 – Sexual Harassment
When the unwelcome
behavior interferes with an individual's
academic or professional
performance or creates an
intimidating, hostile or offensive
employment, or educational
environment.
TITLE IX“No person in the
United States shall, on the basis of sex, be
excluded from participation in, be
denied the benefits of, or be subject to
discrimination under any educational
program or activity receiving Federal
financial assistance.”
-Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 to the 1964 Civil Rights Act
2012 - 40th anniversary of Title IX
Known for creating access and equality for women and girls in athletics as well as other facilities and programs
Recently the scope of this legislation has been expanded to include campus sexual misconduct.
NO retaliation against an individual for:
• Good faith filing a claim of discrimination
• Instituting any proceeding under or related to state or federal anti-discrimination laws
• Testifying in a discrimination investigation or proceeding
• Opposing discriminatory actions or practice will not be tolerated.
Policy 1.3.7
RETALIATION
Consensual relationships
between faculty or staff members in
positions of authority and their
subordinates or their students are
not permitted.
Policy 1.3.23
If you enter into a relationship it is
your responsibility to
report the relationship to
your Supervisor or Chair.
Policy 1.3.23
Faculty & Staff Responsibilities
Creating safe spaces Setting standards
Talking to students Student responsibilities Bystander
responsibilities Education
Response Who to tell
o Student victim: Title IX Coordinator, Dean of Students, and/or Police
o Faculty/Staff Victim: Office of Equal Opportunity and/or Police
What to doo File a complaint
Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX Coordinator, Hurley Administration Bldg. Suite 205, 940-565-2759/940-565-2711
Dean of Students is located in the Stovall Hall, Room 150, 940-565-2648
UNT Police, Sullivant Public Safety Ctr., 940-565-3000 or Dial 911
Design instruction & materials with diverse groups of students in mind
Develop a syllabus that explores multiple perspectives on the topic
Your Inclusive
Classroom
Create a challenging
and vibrant learning
process that
encourages students
to use their creative,
critical, and analytical
thinking skills
Turn potential hot topics into powerful learning experiences
Interrupt blatant discriminatory behaviors/remarks when they emerge in class
Pride Alliance Open HouseAugust 20, 2014
Sage Hall, Room 3284:00pm
New Faculty WelcomeSeptember 4, 2014
Library Forum 4:00pm
Equity & Diversity Conference February 24, 2014
Gateway Conference Center
SAVE THE DATES!
CONTACT US. . . . . Office of Equal Opportunity
940-565-2759
Multicultural Center – Stovall Hall, Room 122940.565.3424
Pride Alliance – Sage Hall, Room 328 940.565.3219