Diversity Resources - Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity

The University of Iowa values diversity among students, faculty, and staff, and regards Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action as tools to achieve diversity. The University believes that a rich diversity of people and the many points of view they bring serve to enhance the quality of the educational experience at The University of Iowa.

Policy on Human Rights

The University of Iowa brings together in common pursuit of its educational goals persons of many nations, races, and creeds. The University is guided by the precepts that in no aspect of its programs shall there be differences in the treatment of persons because of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification that deprives the person of consideration as an individual, and that equal opportunity and access to facilities shall be available to all. Among the classifications that deprive the person of consideration as an individual are those based on associational preference. These principles are expected to be observed in the internal policies and practices of the University; specifically in the admission, housing, and education of students; in policies governing programs of extracurricular life and activities; and in the employment of faculty and staff personnel. The University shall work cooperatively with the community in furthering these principles. [Policy on Human Rights amended 4/96, 2/97]

Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity
202 Jessup hall, Iowa City, IA 52242-1316
319/335-0705 (voice), 319/335-0697 (text)
E-mail: diversity@uiowa.edu

Responsible for the University's compliance with internal policies and with federal and state nondiscrimination and affirmative action laws; investigates complaints of discrimination, including sexual harassment and ADA complaints, and assists in resolving disputes, monitors workforce demographics, assists in recruitment efforts, and offers educational programs and resources to faculty, staff and students. Reports to the Office of the President.

Office of Faculty and Staff Disability Services
121 University Services Building
Phone: 319/335-2660 (voice), 319/335-3495 (text)
http://www.uiowa.edu/hr/fsds/

A resource service to the campus on disability and accommodation issues; provides education and assistance to faculty, staff, applicants, colleges and departments on the ADA and in other matters of employment of people with health concerns and disabilities.

International Programs
120 International Center
Phone: 319/335-0319
http://intl-programs.uiowa.edu/

Consists of a number of offices, centers, degree programs, academic programs, research projects and services. Organized under the associate provost and dean for international programs, these units serve to further internationalize the campus and community and promote global scholarship, research, and teaching.

Responds to problems and disputes presented by any member of the University community—student, faculty, or staff. The ombudsperson serves as a confidential, neutral, independent resource person who listens, provides information, advises, and mediates when necessary.

Opportunity at Iowa
239 Jessup Hall
Phone: 319/335-3555
www.uiowa.edu/~provost/oi/

Opportunity at Iowa is the component of the Office of the Provost responsible for implementing the University commitment to representation of our diverse and pluralistic population in our student, staff, and faculty community. Engages in outreach and retention efforts, and the development, leadership, and coordination of programs and projects that generate academic, social, and cultural activities.

Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP)
320 Linn Street Building (320 S. Linn)
Phone: 319/335-6001
http://www.rvap.org/pages/home/

Provides advocacy, support, and information to rape survivors and their partners, friends, and family members immediately following an assault and throughout the healing process. Also provides information and programs on issues related to sexual violence. Services are free and available to men and women.

Office of Student Life
145 Iowa Memorial Union
Phone: 319/335-3059
http://imu.uiowa.edu/osl/

The Office of Student Life provides diverse social, cultural, recreational, and educational programs for the University community. The OSL assists students and student organizations in designing, building, and maintaining environments that will enhance personal growth and facilitate the attainment of the organizational purpose. The OSL is committed to helping students become a force for positive change in the community and the greater society. Among the OSL's services are the Cultural Centers, which provide an opportunity for the community to come together in an environment that encourages ethnic and cultural expression.

Office of Support Service Programs
310 Calvin Hall
Phone: 319/335-1416
www.uiowa.edu/~ossp/

A resource center for students from different cultural/social backgrounds and students who have participated in TRIO programs, through assisting in all aspects of student life—academic, financial, social, and intercultural—so that students may achieve their educational objectives.

Office of Student Disability Services (SDS)
133 Burge
Phone: 319/335-1462 (voice and text)
www.uiowa.edu/~sds

SDS is a resource for information, advocacy, counseling, and referral for students with disabilities enrolled at the University. The mission is to ensure equal opportunities for students with disabilities by reducing or eliminating and disadvantages related to their disabilities.

Women in Science and Engineering (WISE):
400 Gilmore Hall
Phone: 319/335-2290
http://www.uiowa.edu/~wise/

The mission is to expand and improve educational and professional opportunities for women in all fields of science and technology by facilitating institutional and social change.

Women's Resource and Action Center (WRAC)
130 N. Madison Street
www.uiowa.edu/~wrac

The Women's Resource and Action Center creates a community affirming all people and acts as a catalyst for social change by providing information and referrals; advocacy; individual counseling; group services; workshops; films; art show and lectures; the Sojourner Truth Library; volunteer training; and practicum and internship training.

WorkLife Program
121 University Services Building
Phone: 319/353-2314
www.uiowa.edu/hr/oe/worklife/

Provides access to several campus services which advocate for a humane, healthy and competent campus environment. Organized within the associate vice president for human resources' office, WorkLife particularly addresses issues pertaining to family, employee assistance programs, relocation concerns, professional/personal development, and the UI Wellness programs.

The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity provides programs and resources to assist students, staff, and faculty develop and maintain a respectful, diverse campus environment. Programs can be tailored to meet a unit's specific needs, or are available through the Office of Staff Development. For more information, contact the Diversity Resources Coordinator at 319/335-0705 (voice); 319/335-0697 (text); or by e-mail at diversity@uiowa.edu.

For course descriptions, see Educational Programs.

Educational Resources
The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity maintains a resource center that includes books, videos, articles, and activities geared toward promoting an understanding of diversity on campus. For more information, see Educational Resources.

Cultural Centers

International Crossroads Community
c/o Education Program, 100 Stanley
Phone: 319/335-3029

Please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity for the names of the current contact person for each of the following:

To become involved in a student group, please contact the Office of Student Life, 319/335-3059.

These are a sampling of events held regularly at the University in celebration of diversity. Current information about campus events can be found on the University's web site, by referring to the University's Calendar of Events, or the "Daily Events" section of the Daily Iowan.

Policy on Human Rights

Campus Resources

The Asian Pacific American Cultural Center (APACC)