| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 69.75 |
| Liaison | Josh Lasky |
| Submission Date | Feb. 23, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
George Washington University
PA-5: Assessing Diversity and Equity
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.75 / 1.00 |
Keely
Walston Asst. to VP Office of Diversity and Inclusion Office of Diversity and Inclusion |
Has the institution engaged in a structured assessment process during the previous three years to improve diversity, equity and inclusion on campus?:
A brief description of the assessment process and the framework, scorecard(s) and/or tool(s) used:
The University has administered diversity and unwanted sexual behavior climate surveys to students to gain knowledge of the student experience as it relates to these areas. Feedback from surveys is being used to improve and/or develop programs/activates to address areas of improvement.
The Office of Survey Research and Analysis administered random sample surveys to students.
Does the assessment process address campus climate by engaging stakeholders to assess the attitudes, perceptions and behaviors of faculty, staff, administrators and students, including the experiences of underrepresented groups?:
Does the assessment process address student outcomes related to diversity, equity and success (e.g. graduation/success and retention rates for underrepresented groups)?:
Does the assessment process address employee outcomes related to diversity and equity (e.g. pay and retention rates for underrepresented groups)?:
A brief description of the most recent assessment findings and how the results are used in shaping policy, programs and initiatives:
In 2015 and 2016, the Title IX office and ODECE engaged the university community in two campus climate surveys. One focused on diversity and inclusion and the other on unwanted
sexual behavior. Results of the former (2015) were generally positive. However, the survey revealed some areas that could be improved, including more attention to diversity and
inclusion in the classroom setting. ODECE is leading a working group of faculty and academic administrators in developing resources and training programs for faculty on creating and sustaining inclusive classrooms. Information gathered from the Unwanted Sexual Behavior Survey has also motivated ODECE to increase its trainings on abuse and sexual assault in the GW community. Furthermore, ODECE improved Haven, the website featuring resources aimed at heightening awareness and aiding
victims of abuse and harassment. Additional staff positions in ODECE (in the Title IX Office) have also been created to support the needs of students, in particular, a Title IX case manager to improve efficiency, case tracking, and communications and a Title IX investigator to increase
the office’s capacity to investigate Title IX cases in an efficient and timely manner. Recently, the university joined #YouAreWelcomeHere, a national campaign to show support for all, regardless of race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The university displayed posters around campus saying “You Are Welcome Here” in multiple languages. As then-President Knapp explained in a message to the GW community, these signs help to
“reaffirm our values and our commitment to educating citizen leaders equipped to thrive and
to serve in our increasingly diverse and global society.”
Are the results of the most recent structured diversity and equity assessment shared with the campus community?:
A brief description of how the assessment results are shared with the campus community:
ODECE is currently working with the survey research and media relations office to post results on ODECE website.
Results of the Unwanted Sexual Behavior survey were published in the University's online newsletter and can be viewed online. ODECE is currently working with the survey research and media relations office to post results on ODECE website.
Are the results (or a summary of the results) of the most recent structured diversity and equity assessment publicly posted?:
The diversity and equity assessment report or summary:
The website URL where the report or summary is publicly posted:
The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
Information about the programs or initiatives is available:
https:://diverse.gwu.edu
https://haven.gwu.edu/
ODECE is currently working with the survey research and media relations office to post results on ODECE website.
The survey revealed some areas that could be improved, including more attention to diversity and inclusion in the classroom setting. ODECE is working with a group of faculty and administrators to develop resources for faculty consideration and use in the classroom.
Information about the programs or initiatives is available:
https:://diverse.gwu.edu
https://haven.gwu.edu/
ODECE is currently working with the survey research and media relations office to post results on ODECE website.
The survey revealed some areas that could be improved, including more attention to diversity and inclusion in the classroom setting. ODECE is working with a group of faculty and administrators to develop resources for faculty consideration and use in the classroom.
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