| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 50.71 |
| Liaison | Tsuneo Yabusaki |
| Submission Date | June 22, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Soka University of America
PA-6: Support for Underrepresented Groups
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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0.58 / 3.00 |
Katherine
King Executive Vice President of University Community Chief Human Resources Officer Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator for Faculty, Human Resources |
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Non-Discrimination Statement
Yes
The non-discrimination statement, including the website URL where the policy is publicly accessible:
Soka University of America does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, religious creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, status as a disabled veteran, marital status, medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships and loan programs, athletic programs, other university-administered programs and activities and university employment and related activities. Sexual harassment and sexual violence are types of sex discrimination. This policy applies to conduct on and off campus and protects students, faculty, staff and others.
http://www.soka.edu/administration/finance-and-administration/human-resources/notice-of-non-discrimination-policy.aspx
Bias Response Team
No
A brief description of the institution’s discrimination response protocol or team (including examples of actions taken during the previous three years):
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Recruitment Programs
Yes
Does the institution have programs specifically designed to recruit staff from underrepresented groups?:
No
Does the institution have programs specifically designed to recruit faculty from underrepresented groups?:
No
If yes to any of the above, provide:
Soka University's Office of Admission retains a full time staff member who's primary responsibility is to implement various aspects of a strategic recruitment plan which targets the support for traditionally underrepresented groups. This individual is responsible for developing and implementing outreach strategies with the intent of providing pre-enrollment advising for prospective students interested in attending SUA. The Assistant Director of Admissions and Outreach responds to all forms of inquiries regarding the college’s programs and services for students, parents, and forms partnerships with community based organizations on behalf of the university. This person also reports frequently to the Office of Admission staff on demographic changes impacting the landscape of higher education and access policies that focus on recruiting underrepresented student groups. Soka University launched Critical Conversations, a community speaker series aimed at raising awareness about pressing social and environmental issues. The speaker series often features key people, ideas and organizations that are changing the world. Soka often invites high school groups in the surrounding area and offers free general admission for students to participate in discussions.
Mentoring, Counseling and Support Programs
Yes
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support or other programs to support staff from underrepresented groups on campus?:
No
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support or other programs to support faculty from underrepresented groups on campus?:
No
A brief description of the institution’s programs to support students, staff and/or faculty from underrepresented groups:
The University has counseling, academic coaching and other programs that help any student needing assistance, including underrepresented groups.
Student Affairs provides support for first-generation undergraduate students through one on one mentoring and group activities. Student Affairs sponsors a variety of events to promote college success and serves to address the specific needs of first-generation students.
Support for Future Faculty
No
A brief description of the institution’s programs to support and prepare students from underrepresented groups for careers as faculty members:
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Optional Fields
No
Does the institution offer housing options to accommodate the special needs of transgender and transitioning students?:
No
The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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