JMU's quad, looking west toward the Forbes Center

 James Madison University  

is committed to maintaining a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff; creating a community of fairness and respect; ensuring that resources are accessible to all and complying with related laws and guidelines. The Office of Equal Opportunity was created to advance the University's affirmative action goals and commitment to diversity, and in this spirit we are pledged to create an environment in which differences are both welcomed and appreciated.

  

EVENTS

 

Call for Nominations - Diversity Enhancement Award Program – Diversity Enhancement Awards Program - March 18, 2013

The Office of the Special Assistant to the President puts out an annual call for nominations to be made for individuals and groups/departments that have an impact on diversity in the JMU community.

Diversity embraces people from every economic status, ethnicity, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran or military service status, or social background.

Call for Nominations – Women of Distinction Award – March 18, 2013

Student Affairs puts out an annual call for nominations to be made for women and that have had an impact on diversity and change in the JMU community.

Diversity Conference – March 18, 2013- The Festival Conference and Student Center

The Office of the Special Assistant to the President host the 7th Annual Conference on Diversity. The conference allows the internal JMU community to show case and share their expertise, projects, research, and information regarding diversity in their areas of concentration.