Overall Rating Bronze - expired
Overall Score 30.98
Liaison Justin Owen
Submission Date Sept. 20, 2011
Executive Letter Download

STARS v1.0

Weber State University
PAE-8: Support Programs for Under-Represented Groups

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 2.00 / 2.00 Jennifer Bodine
Sustainability Specialist
Facilities Management
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Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support, affinity groups, academic support programs, or other programs in place to support under-represented groups on campus?:
Yes

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A brief description of the programs sponsored by the institution to support under-represented groups within the student body:
WSU has a Multicultural Student Center. The Multicultural Student Center is committed to planning, developing and implementing services, programs and interventions that foster the learning and personal development of the various students served. The Multicultural Student Center promotes a strong campus sense of common community and aids students in building essential skills for independent critical thinking and self-determination through in and out of classroom experiences. Furthermore, through collaborative efforts with university and community partners, the Multicultural Student Center provides educational efforts to promote multicultural sensitivity, awareness, competency, and understanding. More information can be found at: http://www.weber.edu/multicultural WSU also has an International Student Center. The International Student and Scholar Center advises and assists international students with their personal, cultural, and academic adjustment to WSU. An orientation program is provided for all new international students each semester. Advisement is available to assist students concerning immigration related questions and concerns. Information can be found at: http://www.weber.edu/sis/

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A brief description of the programs sponsored by the institution to support under-represented groups within the faculty:
The Office of Diversity mentors, provides guidance, and support for numerous faculty, staff, and students to factor diversity into their leadership and professional growth. Please see: http://www.weber.edu/diversityoffice/ WSU also has an Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity. Please see: http://departments.weber.edu/aaeeo/Contact.htm

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A brief description of the programs sponsored by the institution to support under-represented groups within the staff:
The Office of Diversity mentors, provides guidance, and support for numerous faculty, staff, and students to factor diversity into their leadership and professional growth. Please see: http://www.weber.edu/diversityoffice/ WSU also has an Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity. Please see: http://departments.weber.edu/aaeeo/Contact.htm

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The website URL where more information about the programs in each of the three categories is available :
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