Cheyney University Social Equity
The Office of Social Equity assists the University through collaborative efforts with all departments and offices in achieving its commitments to the principles of equity and affirmative action. It is the Office of Social Equity's Mission to:
- provide the Cheyney University community with the necessary guidance to advance the University's commitment to equality of opportunity;
- ensure that the practices and policies of the University are equitable and afford all members of the community with an opportunity for full participation regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other group protected under federal, state or local law;
- ensure that the democratic principles of equity and social justice are promoted university wide among faculty, staff, and students;
- build upon the University's intellectual strength, cultural and intellectual diversity, to foster an inclusive environment where there is civility and respect for all individuals
In furtherance of its mission, the Office of Social Equity has implemented and monitors a number of policies to promote diversity and inclusion and to eliminate discriminatory behaviors at Cheyney University . These policies include, but are not limited to:
- Affirmative Action Policy SE 2010-6003
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/504 Policy SE 2010-6005
- Nondiscrimination English SE 2010-6002
- Sexual Harasment SE 2010-6001
- Harasment Intimidation and Disruptive Conduct SE 2010-6006
- Reporting Allegations of Sexual Abuse Assault of Minor Children SE 2011-6007
- Title IX SE 2011-6008
- Policy on Working with Minors SE 2011-6009
Direct inquiries to:
Sheilah Vance
Agency Open Records Officer
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
1837 University Circle
P.O. Box 200
Cheyney, PA 19319-0200
svance@cheyney.edu
(610) 399-2415 (FAX)
Ms. Jo-Anne Harris
Director of Human Resources
1837 University Circle
P.O. Box 200
Cheyney, PA 19319-0200
jharris@cheyney.edu
T: (610) 399-2247
F: (610) 399-2283
More information on social equity issues is available at the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education' website:
PASSHE Social Equity Home Page
