Salve Regina University
PA-7: Support for Underrepresented Groups

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Salve Regina University strives to provide equal opportunity in employment and education to all employees, students and applicants. No employee, student or applicant shall be discriminated against or harassed on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state law, in the administration of Salve Regina’s employment policies, education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other University administered programs. In accordance with Title IX, it does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any of its educational
programs or activities. Salve Regina is also committed to making its programs and campus accessible to its visitors and compliant will all applicable non-discrimination laws. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination that is illegal under both federal and Rhode Island state law, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and Section 28-51-2 of the General Laws of Rhode Island.

To review Salve Regina’s policy and procedures on unlawful discrimination and harassment (including sexual
harassment, gender-based harassment and sexual misconduct), please reference the following document:
• Sexual Harassment and Anti-Discrimination Policyhttps://www.salve.edu/document/notice-of-non-discrimination#:~:text=No%20employee%2C%20student%20or%20applicant,information%20or%20any%20other%20basis

Bias-Related Misconduct (or bias incident) is conduct motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender’s bias against the actual or perceived: age, ability, color, creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation of the targeted person or group. Such misconduct can include discrimination as defined in the Sexual Harassment and Anti-Discrimination Policy and Grievance Procedures. Bias-Related Misconduct includes Bias-Motivated or Hate-Motivated Misconduct (including harassment), Micro-aggressive behaviors, and Racially Motivated Incidents.

https://salve-advocate.symplicity.com/public_report/index.php/pid741799?

Bias-Related Misconduct (or bias incident) is conduct motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender’s bias against the actual or perceived: age, ability, color, creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation of the targeted person or group. Such misconduct can include discrimination as defined in the Sexual Harassment and Anti-Discrimination Policy and Grievance Procedures. Bias-Related Misconduct includes Bias-Motivated or Hate-Motivated Misconduct (including harassment), Micro-aggressive behaviors, and Racially Motivated Incidents.

To report a bias incident to the response team see here:
https://salve-advocate.symplicity.com/public_report/index.php/pid741799?

Salve Regina strives to create and foster a community that is diverse, well-rounded and inspired to change the world. The OCHRE scholarship program is an important contributor to this effort by providing students with the opportunity to continue making a difference after high school.

These scholarships take their name from Ochre Court, the historic building donated to the Sisters of Mercy to house a university that would make social justice a core component of its educational mission. The goal of these awards is to expand diversity, inclusion, and multiculturalism on campus by making a Salve Regina education affordable for qualified students.

Students who are chosen for the OCHRE scholarship receive a generous grant with the opportunity to be considered for additional need-based scholarships, some covering up to full tuition. Recipients also have access to leadership development workshops through the Office of Multicultural Programs and Retention, as well as the student organizations, community service opportunities, and support that are available to all Salve Regina students.

The Black Student Union is a proactive organization that focuses on the black experience both on and off campus. They seek to create awareness for issues that plague our communities and to bring inclusion on campus. They aim to bring light to one of the five critical concerns of mercy - race - and in doing so follow the mercy tradition of loving one another. They are a safe space, welcoming all to come as they are.

Alliance provides a safe place for LGBTQ students and allies to support each other, partake in social activities and create a platform for activism. They also provide support and a voice for those students that identify in the LGBTQ community or as an ally.

The Hispanic and Latinx Student Organization is a voice for the Hispanic/Latinx community on campus. They strive to educate the community about Hispanic/Latinx culture and discuss topics that affect the Hispanic/Latinx community politically, socially and culturally in the United States and throughout Latin America. As Salve Regina's mission statement states, the Hispanic and Latinx Student Organization aspires to encourage students to work for a world that is harmonious, just and merciful both locally and overseas.

The Multicultural Student Organization strives to raise awareness about different cultures on campus. They host multiple events throughout the year in honor of these cultures in order to further educate students and faculty.

"I Believe I Can" Mentorship Program from the Office of Multicultural Programs:
Offered to first-year students, a mentorship program that helps to guide students through their transition to the Salve Regina community. Participants have the opportunity to meet successful student leaders who can provide them with social and academic mentorship and guidance.

Living Learning Community:
Students live in an inclusive community dedicated to promoting the understanding of difference, celebrating diversity, and purposefully sharing unique experiences with the rest of the campus community. Residents participate in structured, educational discussions and enjoy exclusive programming specifically designed to engage their individual interests. By connecting educational and residential environments, students interact with faculty, staff, and other students in a practical learning environment outside of the traditional classroom context.

Salve Regina's intercultural competence development program offers professional development and leadership opportunities that allow students, faculty and staff to deepen their cultural understanding and communication. Through this program, we seek to build a common language and culture, develop core skills and assess the impact of our efforts to create a more inclusive and welcoming campus community.

Additional Programs:
• Multicultural Education Week (celebrated each semester)
• Inclusive Reading Club: https://today.salve.edu/the-story-behind-the-inclusive-reading-club-invitation-to-join-februarys-discussion/
• Mercy Summit on Equity and Inclusion: https://salve.edu/mercy-summit-equity-and-inclusion
• Multicultural Leadership Retreat: https://www.salve.edu/multicultural-programs-and-retention/programs-services
• Annual celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. https://salve.edu/mlk-week
• Critical Concern Faculty Collaboratives focused on Race, Earth, Immigration, and Women/Gender: https://salve.edu/critical-concern-faculty-collaboratives
• LGBTQ+ Safe Zone workshops: https://salve.edu/lgbtq-center/trainings-and-workshops

https://www.salve.edu/diversity-equity-and-inclusion

https://salve.edu/document/dei-mission-and-vision-statement#:~:text=Salve%20Regina%20belongs%20to%20all,background%2C%20nationality%20or%20immigration%20status.

https://salve.edu/document/inclusion-brochure

https://www.srumosaic.com/inclusive-bathrooms-at-salve/