Equity and Diversity

New disability studies minor to be offered fall 2017

The program will provide students a comprehensive understanding on the social, historical and political framing of disability.

Mariota joins Ducks to inspire students to rethink leadership

In a student panel discussion, four current and former student leaders shared their insights and reflections on what leadership looks like today.

Student is first from UO to attend women’s code conference

Zoe Olson, a computer science major, says her trip reflects an increasingly inclusive program at the UO.

Workshop promotes diversity in the natural sciences

The workshop covered ways faculty can show how they are contributing to institutional equity and inclusion in their promotion statements.

CSWS awards $66,000 for faculty, student research

In all, 12 UO graduate students will receive awards ranging from $1,700 to more than $12,000. Four faculty scholars will receive awards ranging from $5,000 to…

U.S. needs new inspiration to keep its doors open

Vice President for Equity and Inclusion Yvette Alex-Assensoh writes about the need for a new generation of activists to protect 50 years of progress on access.

Showcase Oregon will focus on women's empowerment

The symposium will look at how women facilitate justice using their skills, talents and wisdom to have a positive effect lives and institutions.

Coming events offer broad perspective on black history

This year organizers are working to present a more holistic view of black history that goes further than documenting past struggles.

Black History Month remembers the past, honors the present

Events both on campus and in the community offer a way to connect with black history while celebrating black culture and achievement.

Eight receive awards at annual MLK luncheon

Faculty members Lara Bovilsky, Darren Johnson, Kevin Marbury, Gabriela Martinez, Ellen McWhirter and Naomi Zack where honored at the annual gathering.