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Statement of Diversity

Diversity is a community value at the University of New Hampshire.

We are committed to supporting and sustaining an educational community that is inclusive, diverse and equitable. The values of diversity, inclusion and equity are inextricably linked to our mission of teaching and research excellence, and we embrace these values as being critical to development, learning, and success. We expect nothing less than an accessible, multicultural community in which civility and respect are fostered, and discrimination and harassment are not tolerated.

We will ensure that under-represented groups and those who experience systemic inequity will have equal opportunities and feel welcome on our campus.

We accept the responsibility of teaching and learning in a diverse democracy where social justice serves as a bridge between a quality liberal education and civic engagement.


Strategic Areas

  • Organizational Structure
  • Recruitment & Retention
  • Curriculum
  • Campus Climate
  • Outreach & Engagement

Learn more about Inclusive Excellence as part of the Ten Initiatives of the University's Strategic Plan
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Features


Save the Date! 2012 Inclusive Excellence Statewide Summit

Friday, April 20, 2012, SERESC Conference Center, Bedford, NH

For Complete Summit Program Overview (click Here)   For Summit Flyer (click here)

To register for the Summit (click here)

Summit Goals:

  • Continue the platform for biennial summits to promote statewide strategic education and action
  • Share the New Hampshire Higher Education and Community Strategic Guide
  • Create new networks and solidify existing networks for collaborations
  • Build linkages to promote the diversity of perspectives, cultures, experiences, and ideas
  • Unearth strategies for advancing Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics throughout the State

Keynote speaker: Dr. Freeman Hrabowski, President University of Maryland-Baltimore County, President Hrabowski’s research and publications focus on science and math education, with special emphasis on minority participation and performance. He chaired the National Academies Committee that recently produced the report “Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation: America’s Science and Technology Talent at the Crossroads”. In 2009 Time magazine named him one of America’s 10 Best College Presidents.  Learn more about Dr. Hrabowski by watching the interview from "60 Minutes" program, You Tube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgTo4tslgwM



John Laymon, Class of 1973

2011 Alumni Excellence Through Diversity Lecture Program

Featuring Distinguished Alumnus John Laymon
Friday, May 6th 2011, 12:45– 2pm, Memorial Union Building, Theater II

Distinguished alumnus John Laymon ‘73, President and sole owner of JRL Enterprises, Inc., one of the largest Minority businesses in Pittsburgh, will speak about his UNH experiences as an engineering major and athlete. He will also discuss his rise to business ownership and his continued efforts to promote diversity in his field, community, and personal work. Laymon was the first African American to graduate from UNH with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Use this Link to view the lecture

In addition, a reception to honor Laymon  and the 2011 Diversity Hall of Fame inductees will be held at 6:30 pm in the Huddleston Hall Ballroom. This event will provide an informal networking opportunity for current students, faculty, staff and community members
Use this link to read about the celebration



New Initiatives for Achieving Inclusive Excellence

UNH is broadening the role of the Office of Diversity Initiatives and advancing the commitment expressed in its Strategic Plan by introducing The Office of Faculty Development and Inclusive Excellence Initiatives.

Provost Aber says, “The name change and initiatives mirror the national focus on inclusive excellence, which requires strategic, ongoing interactions across campus and in all aspects of university life.”

Campus leaders have been promoting minorities, low-income families; first-generation college students; persons with disabilities, nontraditional students, as well as other diverse citizens of the state and beyond. Read more about the name change »



President's Excellence through Diversity Award

Nominations Now Being Accepted

Faculty awards will be presented to individuals who have demonstrated excellence through outstanding leadership in promoting equity, advancing the status of underrepresened groups, and serving as a role model at the University of New Hampshire and in the community.