| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 52.07 |
| Liaison | Jonathan Miller |
| Submission Date | Oct. 27, 2022 |
Nova Southeastern University
PA-7: Support for Underrepresented Groups
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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1.83 / 3.00 |
Tatum
Hedrick Student Sustainability Coordinator Physical Plant |
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Non-discrimination statement
Yes
The non-discrimination statement, including the website URL where the policy is publicly accessible:
University Equal Opportunity/Nondiscrimination Policy
"Consistent with all federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and/or local ordinances (e.g., Title VII, Title VI, Title III, Title II, Rehab Act, ADA, Title IX, and the Florida Civil Rights Act), it is the policy of Nova Southeastern University not to engage in any discrimination or harassment against any individuals because of race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy status, national or ethnic origin, nondisqualifying disability, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, military service,
veteran status, or political beliefs or affiliations, and to comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. Any such acts are unacceptable
and strictly prohibited by the university.
In addition, the law prohibits retaliation against an individual for opposing any practices forbidden under this policy, for bringing a complaint of discrimination or harassment, for assisting someone with such a complaint, for attempting to stop such discrimination or harassment, or for participating in any manner in
any investigation or resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment. This nondiscrimination policy applies to NSU’s education activities and programs, including admissions; enrollment; scholarships; loan programs; athletics; employment; and access to, participation in, and treatment in all university centers, programs, and activities. NSU admits students of any race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy status, national or ethnic origin, nondisqualifying disability, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation,
gender, gender identity, military service, veteran status, or political beliefs or affiliations, to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at NSU, and does not discriminate in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs."
https://www.nova.edu/studentconduct/10-11-2020-20NOM_NSU_Student_HBK_Web.pdf
"Consistent with all federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and/or local ordinances (e.g., Title VII, Title VI, Title III, Title II, Rehab Act, ADA, Title IX, and the Florida Civil Rights Act), it is the policy of Nova Southeastern University not to engage in any discrimination or harassment against any individuals because of race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy status, national or ethnic origin, nondisqualifying disability, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, military service,
veteran status, or political beliefs or affiliations, and to comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. Any such acts are unacceptable
and strictly prohibited by the university.
In addition, the law prohibits retaliation against an individual for opposing any practices forbidden under this policy, for bringing a complaint of discrimination or harassment, for assisting someone with such a complaint, for attempting to stop such discrimination or harassment, or for participating in any manner in
any investigation or resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment. This nondiscrimination policy applies to NSU’s education activities and programs, including admissions; enrollment; scholarships; loan programs; athletics; employment; and access to, participation in, and treatment in all university centers, programs, and activities. NSU admits students of any race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy status, national or ethnic origin, nondisqualifying disability, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation,
gender, gender identity, military service, veteran status, or political beliefs or affiliations, to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at NSU, and does not discriminate in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs."
https://www.nova.edu/studentconduct/10-11-2020-20NOM_NSU_Student_HBK_Web.pdf
Bias response team
Yes
A brief description of the institution’s discrimination response protocol or team:
Discrimination Protocol:
Any code of student conduct violation that manifests evidence that the victim was intentionally selected because of the perpetrator’s bias against the victim may be considered a hate-based conduct violation. The categories of bias include any actual or perceived identity protection under NSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy as well as ethnicity and homeless status. Any student found to have committed a hate-based conduct violation may be subject to disciplinary action up to, and including, dismissal from NSU.
NSU has a 100% confidentiality policy for any reported crime/infraction. For this reason, examples of protocol action can not be shared in the STARS report. However, general modes of action include the disciplinary action of the perpetrator as outlined above, as well as free counseling to the victimized parties, confidential reporting, and direct support from the Davie police Department.
Any code of student conduct violation that manifests evidence that the victim was intentionally selected because of the perpetrator’s bias against the victim may be considered a hate-based conduct violation. The categories of bias include any actual or perceived identity protection under NSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy as well as ethnicity and homeless status. Any student found to have committed a hate-based conduct violation may be subject to disciplinary action up to, and including, dismissal from NSU.
NSU has a 100% confidentiality policy for any reported crime/infraction. For this reason, examples of protocol action can not be shared in the STARS report. However, general modes of action include the disciplinary action of the perpetrator as outlined above, as well as free counseling to the victimized parties, confidential reporting, and direct support from the Davie police Department.
Recruitment programs
Yes
Does the institution have programs specifically designed to recruit academic staff from underrepresented groups?:
No
Does the institution have programs designed specifically to recruit non-academic staff from underrepresented groups?:
No
If yes to any of the above, provide:
Nova Southeastern University's recruitment program involves attending college fairs in underrepresented areas, as well as, provides incentives such as scholarships to underrepresented groups. Incentives for underrepresented student groups include, but are not limited to: Student Success Program (scholarship), free mentoring from Presidential Scholars, and a variety of clubs and events aimed toward aid for different underrepresented groups.
Mentoring, counseling and support programs
Yes
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support or other programs designed specifically to support academic staff from underrepresented groups on campus?:
Yes
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support or other programs to support non-academic staff from underrepresented groups on campus?:
Yes
A brief description of the institution’s programs designed specifically to support students, academic staff, and/or non-academic staff from underrepresented groups:
The Student Success Program is open only to under represented groups (minority ethnicities, nationalities, and first generation college students), and provide a mentorship program where NSU's Presidential scholars provide at least 3 mentor meetings per semester with these groups, and provide numerous opportunities for these students to better connect with their class and university.
The Diversity Dialogues are roundtable discussions on current inclusion and diversity issues led by a facilitator in our community. These were held the first Tuesday of the month through the spring of 2019 and are now being offered under the name Inclusive Campus Conversations. These sessions are open to all students and staff.
The Diversity Dialogues are roundtable discussions on current inclusion and diversity issues led by a facilitator in our community. These were held the first Tuesday of the month through the spring of 2019 and are now being offered under the name Inclusive Campus Conversations. These sessions are open to all students and staff.
Support for future academic staff
No
A brief description of the institution’s programs to support and prepare students from underrepresented groups for careers as faculty members:
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Optional Fields
Yes
Does the institution offer housing options to accommodate the special needs of transgender and transitioning students?:
No
Website URL where information about the institution’s support for underrepresented groups is available:
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
https://www.nova.edu/inclusion/diversity-dialogues/index.html
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