Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at IUP
There's no more important task than creating a place where all are welcome to learn, work, and live without fear of racial violence or any other form of oppression.
IUP leadership is committed to taking action and creating meaningful change that makes IUP better for everyone. But everyone in the IUP community has a role to play. Use this site to find out what IUP is doing on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Report an Incident of Concern
When concerning incidents happen, let us know. Report identity-based bias or discrimination; sexual misconduct; student conduct; academic integrity issues; students in crisis; and other incidents of concern.
Walk in White's Woods for Native American Awareness Month
Join the Native American Awareness Council for a walk in White's Woods to honor the heritage of Indigenous America on Saturday, November 19.
IUP Lively Arts Opens Season with Inspirational Guest Speaker and his Dog
IUP Lively Arts announces its 2022–23 season by opening with Lively Arts & Ideas inspirational guest speaker and ultra-marathon runner Dion Leonard, and his dog.
Students from Eberly’s Women in Business Organization Attend Virtual PA Conference for Women
Eight students from Eberly’s Women in Business (WIB) organization attended the virtual PA Conference for Women on October 7th, 2022.
Social Equity and Title IX Fall 2022 Newsletter Now Available
The Social Equity and Title IX Office is pleased to share the latest issue of their newsletter, published on November 1, 2022. The newsletter highlights the great diversity, equity, and inclusion work being done on campus.
IUP Organizations Staging “Redefining Masculinity” Event Nov. 9
Three organizations at Indiana University of Pennsylvania—UBORA Men of IUP, the Haven Project, and the University College—will present “Redefining Masculinity” on November 9 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Hadley Union Building Ohio Room. The event, free and open to the community, is designed to offer male-identifying and masculine-presenting individuals at IUP an opportunity to examine the role masculinity plays in society, both negatively and positively.
Events
Making Change at IUP
IUP has renewed its efforts to address issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. It's uncomfortable and messy at times. We don't always get it right. But we are building on our successes and learning from our mistakes. You'll see a few of our efforts below.
Offices, Commissions, and Student Groups
There are several roups at IUP charged with making a difference as well as student groups involved with diversity, equity, and inclusion issues at IUP.
Inclusive Syllabus Statement Bank
Syllabi are a great way to convey to students the expectations of a course, in terms of course requirements and classroom behavior/etiquette. They are also a great way to set the tone of the course and creating a classroom environment that is welcoming to all students and perspectives.