DIVERSITY CHALLENGES

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Diversity Commission is leading a campus-wide initiative to identify the primary Challenges facing the institution's diversity goals. Dozens of faculty, staff, administrators and students are currently meeting to assist in this shared goal. The Challenge areas are:

Campus Climate and Intergroup Relations & Service

Challenge 1: Develop a Shared and Inclusive Understanding of Diversity

Challenge 2: Create a Welcoming Campus Climate

Challenge 3: Encourage Service to a Diverse Community

Representation (Access and Foster Success)

Challenge 4:Build Opportunities that recruit and retain a diverse student body and workforce

Education, Clinical Service & Research

Challenge 5: Develop a Curriculum That Fosters Cultural Competencies

University Vitality

Challenge 6: Cultivate Leadership That Champions Diversity