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Student Diversity at CSU
Colorado State University recognizes and celebrates the rich diversity of our university community and welcomes, affirms, and values Rams of all backgrounds. While continuing to increase the number of diverse students on campus is a priority, we are also fiercely committed to building welcoming and inclusive spaces and practices so everyone in our community can thrive. We have provided a variety of resources on the next two pages to assist our diverse Rams as they transition to life at CSU.
RACE, BIAS AND EQUITY INITIATIVE
The Race, Bias, and Equity Initiative at Colorado State University was announced by President Joyce McConnell on Sept. 19, 2019. The initiative aims to implement actionable plans to address issues of race, bias, and equity at CSU and to empower all members of our campus community to learn, work, live and recreate in a safe and welcoming environment.
racebiasandequityinitiative.colostate.edu
BIAS REPORTING AT CSU
Any act of hate or bias is counter to the university’s Principles of Community. The Bias Reporting System is an effort to understand and assess the current state of bias-related incidents at Colorado State University in order to better meet the needs of our diverse community. It serves to support individuals who report an incident and those who are named as a target.
supportandsafety.colostate.edu/incidents-of-bias
HEALTH NETWORK MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
CSU Health Network Counseling Services are deeply committed to creating a welcoming, supportive space in which you can truly be seen and valued in your entirety. For those whose experiences of marginalization and oppression add extra layers to your distress – you and all of your identities are welcome here.
health.colostate.edu/about-counseling-services
THEME GROUPS
Theme therapy groups help students connect with others who share common experiences, identities and concerns. Register for a theme group online.
health.colostate.edu/groups-and-workshops/#themegroups
The Principles of Community
The Principles of Community support the Colorado State University mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service and engagement. They help CSU express what our community stands for and guide our expectations as we build the next generation of Rams.
INCLUSION
We create and nurture inclusive environments and welcome, value and affirm all members of our community, including their various identities, skills, ideas, talents and contributions.
INTEGRITY
We are accountable for our actions and will act ethically and honestly in all our interactions.
RESPECT
We honor the inherent dignity of all people within an environment where we are committed to freedom of expression, critical discourse, and the advancement of knowledge.
SERVICE
We are responsible, individually and collectively, to give of our time, talents, and resources to promote the well-being of each other and the development of our local, regional, and global communities.
SOCIAL JUSTICE
We have the right to be treated and the responsibility to treat others with fairness and equity, the duty to challenge prejudice, and to uphold the laws, policies and procedures that promote justice in all respects.
RESOURCES
The Vice President for Diversity and the Division of Student Affairs work together to support diversity and inclusion at CSU.
