| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 71.89 |
| Liaison | Isabel Savransky |
| Submission Date | Nov. 14, 2023 |
Ontario Tech University
PA-6: Assessing Diversity and Equity
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.00 / 1.00 |
Isabel
Savransky Sustainability & Asset Planner Office of Campus Infrastructure and Sustainability |
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:
Ontario Tech U has an implemented "Accessible Evaluation", through the website, to allow individuals diverse needs to be met as best as possible.
Does the assessment process address campus climate by engaging stakeholders to assess the attitudes, perceptions and behaviors of employees and students, including the experiences of underrepresented groups?:
Does the assessment process address student outcomes related to diversity, equity and success?:
Does the assessment process address employee outcomes related to diversity and equity?:
A brief description of the most recent assessment findings and how the results are used in shaping policy, programs, and initiatives:
The most recent assessment findings were from the employment systems review, which entails four components (interviews, surveys, documentation, and 8 focus groups). The assessment has been completed and a report is underway.
For more information, here is the link to our employment systems review: https://inclusive.ontariotechu.ca/employment-systems-review/index.php
Our policies are shaped around the accessibility laws in Canada, while taking it further to encourage a supportive and open environment for each individual on our campus. This includes equal treatment, technology accommodations, extra time, and more.
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:
The assessment results are shared with the campus community through the employment systems review (ESR), PET, Ontario Tech Indigenous Task Force and Report (https://shared.ontariotechu.ca/shared/department/student-life/indigenous/files/indigenouseducationadvisorycircle), President’s Equity Task Force Report (https://ontariotechu.ca/about/publications/presidents-equity-task-force-report-2020.php), and IEAE Committee.
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 (upload):
Website URL where the diversity and equity assessment report or summary is publicly posted:
Website URL where information about the institution’s diversity and equity assessment efforts is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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