Miami University has released a comprehensive statement reaffirming its dedication to equal opportunity, affirmative action, and the elimination of discrimination and harassment in every facet of campus life.
A Campuswide pledge
The declaration enumerates a wide spectrum of protected attributes, including age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, parental status, sexual orientation, and protected veteran status.
According to the policy, this commitment extends to all stages of the student experience, from application and admission through educational programs, activities, facilities, and employment practices.
University officials emphasized that the pledge is not merely rhetorical; it guides the institution’s ongoing efforts to create a safe and welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff alike.
The statement also notes that the university’s approach applies to all educational programs, activities, facilities, and employment practices, ensuring that equity is woven into the fabric of daily operations.