Presentation to new students enrolled in First Year Seminars.

1. Morrisville State College

2.  Dignity and value of every person.
 Build a climate for work and learning based
on mutual respect and understanding.
 Build a community open to engaging in
thoughtful dialogue.
 The rejection of all forms of prejudice, bias
and discrimination.
 Increase our knowledge of identities differing
from ours through education and interaction
with others.

3. Diversity an inclusive collection of intersecting dimensions
of human identity and groups who convey varied human
characteristics, backgrounds, interests and points of view.
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Inclusion exists when traditionally marginalized individuals
and groups feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to
participate in majority cultures as full and valued members of
the community, shaping and redefining that culture in
different ways.

4. Equity Mindedness
A demonstrated awareness
of and willingness to address
equity issues among
institutional leaders and staff.
An institutional commitment
to equity.
Ultimate goal is JUSTICE!

5. Paradox of Diversity
 We are like all people
 We are like some people
 We are like no other people

6. Values
Your
Cultures
Other’s
Cultures
Beliefs
Behaviors
Expectations
The more people understand the influence of culture on
themselves and others, the more effective
communication can be between them

10.  Assume good intent, explain impact
 Walk away/don’t laugh
 Label it as offensive
 Ask a question
 Interrupt and Redirect
 Broaden to Universal Behavior
 Make it individual
 Say “Ouch!” (and explain impact if possible)
 Use humor
 Educate
 Tell someone!

11.  Bias Acts Response Team-How to report
 Veteran Advocate
 Climate Surveys
 Conversations with the CDO
 Advisory Council
 Common Ground
 Work study position
 November 3rd Dr. Damon Williams

12.  Questions
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