Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Manhattanville University is committed to embedding the practices of inclusive excellence throughout our institution.
We work to support, sustain, and advance an inclusive and equitable culture where diversity in all its forms is celebrated and thrives through the collective effort of our community. We pledge to uphold this commitment by:
- Centering and equipping members of historically underserved and excluded communities with tools to navigate university life and through the expansion of opportunities and engagement.
- Providing education, resources, and support to the community in addressing and dismantling barriers hindering the pursuit of excellence.
- Taking a proactive role in increasing awareness of discrimination in all its forms, sexual violence, global dialogues on oppression, violence, and justice.
Through education, engagement, and advocacy, Manhattanville aspires to become a thought leader in creating inclusive, transformative experiences and equitable opportunities in higher education.
A Community that Fosters Inclusion and Belonging
Inclusive Excellence |
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Access and SuccessThe composition and retention of historically underrepresented students, faculty, and staff. |
Education and ScholarshipThe acquisition of knowledge about diverse groups and cultures; an enhanced sense of ethnic, racial, and cultural identity. |
Climate and Interpersonal RelationshipsThe development of psychological and behavioral climate supportive of all members of the community. |
Community EngagementProviding opportunities for individuals to participate in meaningful ways by reducing barriers and creating connections. |
Infrastructure and InvestmentPolicies, resources, structures, and/or performance measures that inform and enable an intentionally inclusive, equitable, and innovative organization. |
A Community Sustained by Equity
A “Bias Incident” is defined as an oral, written or visual use of degrading language or stereotypes, insults which, intentionally or not, communicate hostile or derogatory messages to persons based solely on their perceived identity including but not limited to age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, ethnicity, sexual orientation, military status, sex, gender, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, criminal conviction, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, or transgender identity.
Anyone who has experienced or witnessed a Bias Incident is encouraged to complete a BERT report. Once an Incident is reported, a member of the Campus Bias Education Team will review the report and reach out to the complainant within 72 business hours.
Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 protects people from discrimination based on gender in education programs or activities which receive Federal financial assistance. Athletic programs are not the only academic realm governed by Title IX. Title IX applies to all departments, programs and activities, on and off campus, available to students at Manhattanville University in addition to employment. Manhattanville University prohibits and will not tolerate sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, stalking and dating violence upon any member of the community.
Established in 2020, the President Council on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion works to build and sustain diversity, equity, and inclusion across the campus so that all members of the community realize the educational benefits. The Council is charged with:
- Assessing campus climate in partnership with the Institutional Effectiveness Office
- Recommending metrics and benchmarks to fully embody inclusive excellence.
- Identifying policies or organizational actions which impede equity and inclusivity; recommend changes.
- Supporting strategic initiatives that foster a climate of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Reviewing and highlighting best practices and insights on DEI across campus
- Identifying DEI champions for recognition.
By the Numbers
For Alumni
BAM Alumni is an organization designed to create space and community for Black Manhattanville students, past and present. Our intent is to foster, maintain and support a mutually-beneficial relationship between black alumni and the college.
BAM Info
For Employees
The Alliance is comprised of staff and faculty, and provides a welcoming space for coversation, and building community for community members of color.
Employee Resources
For Students
Our cultural clubs and organizations focus on building awareness and celebration of a wide variety of identities.
Life at Manhattanville
Always Forward. Always Valiant
Community Resources
LGBTQ+ Resources
National Organizations
Book Recommendations
Magazines and Media
