Diversity on Campus:
The university has resolved to reflect and respect the rich ethnic and cultural diversity of the citizens of Nevada in its academic programs, support programs, and in the composition of its faculty, administration, staff and student body.
Six diversity committees are responsible for developing and implementing campus-wide diversity initiatives. Each of the diversity committees welcomes and encourages participation from all segments of the university community – students, staff and faculty. The sole criterion for participation or membership on the diversity committees is support for, or interest in, the purpose of the respective committees.
In addition to the campus-wide committees mentioned below, the university strategic planning process has identified diversity related initiatives by many of the university's Vice Presidents, Deans and Directors at the division and unit levels.
Diversity-related Committees:
| Advocates & Allies for GLBT Mission : Establish a network of faculty, staff and student allies who will provide support and advocacy by identifying the issues and concerns attached to sexual orientation in the university community. |
Multi Ethnic Coalition Mission : Identify and communicate the issues and concerns of faculty, staff, and students of color regarding their experiences in, and expectations of, the university. |
| Committee on the Status of Woman Mission : Identify and communicate the issues and concerns of women faculty, staff, and students regarding their experiences in, and expectations of, the university. |
University Disability Resource Coalition Mission : To establish a network of faculty, staff and student allies who will provide support and advocacy by identifying the issues and concerns of persons with disabilities in the university community. |
| Intercultural Council Mission : Enhance communication among the diversity committees and provide guidance to the university on a broad range of issues and concerns by identifying potential initiatives, projects, and programs that will improve intercultural relations at the university. |
Work and Family Committee Mission : Assist university faculty, staff, and students in balancing their work/school and family lives. |