Discussion: Institutional Diversity Statements

Depending on history, location, and demographics, different institutions may have very different approaches to diversity within their community. Consider how institutions reflect their mission and community in the diversity statements they issue.

To prepare:

For this Discussion, research diversity statements at various higher education institutions. Consider how factors such as location, sociopolitical considerations, history, and mission may affect an institution’s diversity statement.

To complete:

By Day 3 of Week 5

Write a post comparing diversity statements at two or more institutions. Respond to the following in your post:

• Briefly describe each institution, and include a URL link to each diversity statement.
• In a few sentences, provide an overview of each diversity statement.
• Compare the diversity statements at each institution.