| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 57.04 |
| Liaison | Larry Cook |
| Submission Date | Feb. 29, 2016 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of South Carolina
PA-6: Support for Underrepresented Groups
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Namita
Koppa Assistant Director for Program Management Office of Sustainability |
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support, academic support, or other programs to support underrepresented groups on campus?:
A brief description of the programs sponsored by the institution to support underrepresented groups:
There are multiple programs at the University to support under-represented student groups on campus. Most of these programs and services are managed by the Office of Multicultural Students Affairs. These cultural support
services contribute to the holistic student development and diversity education for the University of South Carolina. Through cultural programming and diversity education initiatives, the office promotes an inclusive environment while fostering an appreciation for each student’s individuality. The office staff members serve as advisers to several support groups. These organizations are housed in the department and include the Association of African American Students, National Association for Advancement of Colored People, Students Association for Latin America, The Chosen Gospel Ensemble, The Brothers of Nubian Descent, SAVVY, Minority Assistance Peer Program, EMPOWER, Venture Scholars Program, the African American Male Institute, TRIO, Chic Naissance, and the Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Alliance.
The website URL where more information about the support programs for underrepresented groups is available:
Does the institution have a discrimination response policy and/or team (or the equivalent) to respond to and support those who have experienced or witnessed a bias incident, act of discrimination or hate crime?:
A brief description of the institution’s discrimination response policy, program and/or team:
Yes, the Office of Diversity & Inclusion or Equal Opportunity Programs will respond to a Bias and Hate Incident Form within 72 hours
The website URL where more information about the institution’s discrimination response policy, program and/or team is available:
Does the institution offer housing options to accommodate the special needs of transgender and transitioning students?:
Does the institution produce a publicly accessible inventory of gender neutral bathrooms on campus?:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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