I want to update you on two groups that we have formed since the beginning of the semester.
Diversity Council
The first group is the Diversity Council. About a month ago in Clif’s Notes, I asked for volunteers for this council. A large number of faculty, staff and students volunteered to be part of this council.
Though we were not able to include everyone who volunteered, it is encouraging that so many members of our campus community have a passion for making Missouri State better.
The Diversity Council will advise the president and senior University administrators on campus issues, initiatives and ideas related to diversity and inclusion.
The Council will have its first meeting on Feb. 18. During the meeting, the Council will provide input on the diversity and inclusion section of the Long-Range Plan. The Council will also interact with Dr. Lori Patton Davis, a consultant the University retained to assist in enhancing diversity and multicultural programs.
Bias Response Team
The second group is the Bias Response Team (BRT). The BRT will be a resource to members of the University community who have a concern about perceived bias-related situations, concerns or complaints and want to coordinate an appropriate response.
The BRT will be managed by the dean of students office. The BRT will not seek to discipline individuals for expressive activity protected by the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States. Rather, it will focus on providing educational opportunities in appropriate situations.
Thanks for all you do for Missouri State!
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