Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

SUNY Delhi’s Diversity Statement

The State University of New York is committed to being the most inclusive state system in the country. As a proud member of this dynamic university system, SUNY Delhi is energized to lead the charge in developing a welcoming and intellectually diverse environment for all, a place where diversity, equity and success guide our achievement, scholarship, character and global citizenship. This means modeling inclusive excellence by enhancing our campus climate where students, faculty, staff and community feel valued, supported, and thrive. Our college must be a place where we rise above biases, stereotypes and inequity, a place where diversity and inclusiveness are central components of the SUNY Delhi experience. 

Definitions

• Diversity - individual differences (e.g., personality, prior knowledge, and life experiences) and group/social differences (e.g., race/ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, country of origin, and ability as well as cultural, political, religious, or other affiliations) 
• Inclusion - the active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in communities (intellectual, social, cultural, geographical) with which individuals might connect—in ways that increase awareness, content knowledge, cognitive sophistication, and empathic understanding of the complex ways individuals interact within systems and institutions 
• Equity - the creation of opportunities for historically underrepresented populations to have equal access to and participate in educational programs that are capable of closing the achievement gaps in student success and completion 
• Social Justice - a state or doctrine of egalitarianism → a belief in human equality especially with respect to social, political, and economic affairs 
• Civility - a polite act or expression of conduct 
• Accessibility - usable by people with the widest possible range of abilities 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Goals 

• Create and sustain a safe and welcoming campus climate that promotes and respects each individual regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, gender identity and expression, and national origin. 
• Foster an environment that is inclusive of all within the SUNY Delhi campus and community.
• Prepare all students to successfully enter a diverse and global society.
• Develop opportunities and initiatives that facilitate conversation and interaction among diverse groups on campus.
• Affirm a commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence and allocate the appropriate resources for implementing the SUNY Delhi Strategic Plan. 

Bias Incident Reporting Form & Support Services 

Bias-Related Harassment (Section XII of the Student Code of Conduct) 

SUNY Delhi does not tolerate harassment based on an individual’s race, color, age, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected characteristics. The college treats bias-related incidents very seriously and any student found responsible for a bias-related incident can expect severe disciplinary action (see Appendix 8). Any bias actions, verbal or physical, that a reasonable person would find intimidating, hostile or offensive or actions that may lead to personal injury are prohibited.

If you are the victim of a bias-related incident, please fill out the secure online incident report.