Racism
Concerns may include: questions about different cultures and traditions, working through feelings you may have about a student from a different cultural background than your own, wanting to expand your understanding of different cultures.
Primary Resource
Office of Institutional Equity/Title IX
The Office of Institutional Equity supports the university in cultivating and maintaining a campus environment that is equitable, inclusive and accessible. Students, faculty, staff and guests have a right to be free from discrimination in all university programs or activities.
The Office of Institutional Equity:
• Establishes and implements meaningful non-discrimination and sexual misconduct policies;
• Coordinates the prompt, thorough and impartial resolution to allegations of discrimination, harassment, and/or sexual misconduct;
• Identifies and eliminates obstacles to accessibility for students, faculty and staff;
• Coordinates accommodations, supportive measures, and other necessary actions in relation to pregnancy, parenting, and caregiving;
• Manages compliance with state and federal non-discrimination laws; and
• Provides educational programming regarding equity, inclusion and access to the campus community.
When a Wentworth community member feels that they have been subject to discrimination on the basis of sex or gender identity or experiences an incident of sexual misconduct, they may contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator to bring concerns forward for the purpose of obtaining a prompt and equitable resolution. You can find them at https://wit.edu/title-ix
When a Wentworth community member feels that they have been subject to discrimination or harassment based on a legally protected identity, as defined in the University’s Non-Discrimination Policy, they may contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator to bring concerns forward for the purpose of obtaining a prompt and equitable resolution. You can find the Office of Institutional Equity at https://wit.edu/about/diversity/equity-compliance.
The Office of Institutional Equity is also available for programming and learning and development sessions related to equity and inclusion. If you are interested in learning more about the Office of Institutional Equity, University policies, or the office’s educational opportunities, please reach out.
The Office of Institutional Equity:
• Establishes and implements meaningful non-discrimination and sexual misconduct policies;
• Coordinates the prompt, thorough and impartial resolution to allegations of discrimination, harassment, and/or sexual misconduct;
• Identifies and eliminates obstacles to accessibility for students, faculty and staff;
• Coordinates accommodations, supportive measures, and other necessary actions in relation to pregnancy, parenting, and caregiving;
• Manages compliance with state and federal non-discrimination laws; and
• Provides educational programming regarding equity, inclusion and access to the campus community.
When a Wentworth community member feels that they have been subject to discrimination on the basis of sex or gender identity or experiences an incident of sexual misconduct, they may contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator to bring concerns forward for the purpose of obtaining a prompt and equitable resolution. You can find them at https://wit.edu/title-ix
When a Wentworth community member feels that they have been subject to discrimination or harassment based on a legally protected identity, as defined in the University’s Non-Discrimination Policy, they may contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator to bring concerns forward for the purpose of obtaining a prompt and equitable resolution. You can find the Office of Institutional Equity at https://wit.edu/about/diversity/equity-compliance.
The Office of Institutional Equity is also available for programming and learning and development sessions related to equity and inclusion. If you are interested in learning more about the Office of Institutional Equity, University policies, or the office’s educational opportunities, please reach out.
Related Resource
Center for Diversity & Global Engagement
The Center for Diversity & Global Engagement programs at Wentworth promote cross-cultural perspectives, inclusivity, leadership development and personal growth among the Wentworth community, and fosters a welcoming, brave and safe environment for all students with a specific focus on underserved populations and their allies.
CDJSP can help with:
- LGBTQ student support
- Programming including affinity months, retreats, a leadership series, and trainings on topics like microaggressions, toxic masculinity, and racial injustice.
- Diversity & Social Justice student organizations
- mentoring programs supporting students of color, women, and LGBTQIA+ students.
CDJSP can help with:
- LGBTQ student support
- Programming including affinity months, retreats, a leadership series, and trainings on topics like microaggressions, toxic masculinity, and racial injustice.
- Diversity & Social Justice student organizations
- mentoring programs supporting students of color, women, and LGBTQIA+ students.
Related Resource
Center for Wellness
The Center for Wellness is comprised of Counseling Services, Health Promotion and Education, and Fitness and Wellness Education. Our mission is to provide free, comprehensive, support, programs, and services to all students around mental health, health and wellness education, and an active lifestyle to promote the overall wellbeing of our community.
Related Resource
Student Support Lounge
The Center for Student Life's Student Support Specialists serve as a resource for students. We recognize that students may encounter a variety of challenges during their time with us. We are committed to working towards achieving our vision that Every Student Thrives. Never is this more important as our students persist towards graduation (or even just the end of the semester) amidst a global pandemic and systemic racism.
Throughout the year, the Student Support Specialists can be available to speak with a student to talk through their specific experience and determine what resources and services on campus (and sometimes off campus) could be helpful. In some instances, we meet with students on a regular basis for ongoing support.
Some services the Student Support Specialists provide include:
• Running of the Leopard Pantry, WIT Wear, the Student Emergency Fund, and the Supply Closet
• Helping students with Medical Leaves of Absence
• Absence Notifications
• Provide transition support for students who are new or returning to campus
Throughout the year, the Student Support Specialists can be available to speak with a student to talk through their specific experience and determine what resources and services on campus (and sometimes off campus) could be helpful. In some instances, we meet with students on a regular basis for ongoing support.
Some services the Student Support Specialists provide include:
• Running of the Leopard Pantry, WIT Wear, the Student Emergency Fund, and the Supply Closet
• Helping students with Medical Leaves of Absence
• Absence Notifications
• Provide transition support for students who are new or returning to campus
