Overall Rating Silver
Overall Score 59.76
Liaison Lindsey MacDonald
Submission Date June 6, 2023

STARS v2.2

Western Washington University
PA-6: Assessing Diversity and Equity

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 1.00 / 1.00 Ashley Olson
Data Ambassador
Sustainability Engagement Institute
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Has the institution engaged in a structured assessment process during the previous three years to improve diversity, equity and inclusion on campus?:
Yes

A brief description of the assessment process and the framework, scorecard(s) and/or tool(s) used:
2021-2022 HEDS Diversity and Equity Campus Climate Survey
This survey asked about perceptions of WWU's climate in support of diversity and equity, respondent experiences with discrimination and harassment at WWU. The survey was administered to students, faculty, staff, and administrators to develop a better understanding of the extent to which our campus climate supports diversity and equity. Participation was voluntary.

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?:
Yes

Does the assessment process address student outcomes related to diversity, equity and success?:
Yes

Does the assessment process address employee outcomes related to diversity and equity?:
Yes

A brief description of the most recent assessment findings and how the results are used in shaping policy, programs, and initiatives:
The nearly 1,000 WWU students, faculty, and staff who responded to the survey said that we have some work to do when it comes to fostering an inclusive environment, building a broader sense of belonging, and making our people feel more valued. Although the results from the survey have informed our understanding of the campus climate, it is necessary for us to broaden our knowledge and understanding of the campus climate and where we are in our ADEI work to ensure that we are intentional about the work ahead. Building off the survey, the Office of Equity conducted a series of listening sessions last fall to engage the university community in dialogue about our lived experiences.

Are the results of the most recent structured diversity and equity assessment shared with the campus community?:
Yes

A brief description of how the assessment results are shared with the campus community:
Assessment results are available on the Office of Equity website.

https://equity.wwu.edu/reports

Are the results (or a summary of the results) of the most recent structured diversity and equity assessment publicly posted?:
Yes

The diversity and equity assessment report or summary (upload):
Website URL where the diversity and equity assessment report or summary is publicly posted:

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Website URL where information about the institution’s diversity and equity assessment efforts is available:
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