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, Policy SE 2010-6002
• Preventing and Addressing Sexual Harassment, Including Sexual Violence, Policy SE 2010-6001
• Harassment Intimidation and Disruptive Conduct, Policy SE 2010-6006
• Reporting Allegations of Sexual Abuse Assault of Minor Children, Policy SE 2011-6007
• Title IX, Policy SE 2011-6008
• Working with Minors, Policy SE 2011-6009
• 2018 EADA Report

Direct inquiries or complaints of violations of any of the social equity policies to: