St. Cloud State University

Affirmative Action and Equity at St. Cloud State University

Welcome to the SCSU Affirmative Action Website. St Cloud State University demonstrates its commitment to affirmative action and equity in a variety of ways and as part of the Minnesota State College & University System, SCSU has made a commitment to diversity in our workforce and student body in our strategic plan.

Training in Anti-Racism & Preventing Discrimination

As part of institutional strategy, SCSU provides anti-racism and anti-discrimination training to faculty, staff and students. SCSU does continuing and periodic training of employees through the Community Anti-Racism Education Initiative to work to change the way race is comprehended and responded to. Also - new online training now available:

Preventing Discrimination in the Workplace

Click the link below to begin

http://training.newmedialearning.com/top_level/stcloudu/index.htm

Two segments provide a full acquaintance with employment law applicable to SCSU as a public institution:

A) Preventing Employment Discrimination

B) Preventing Sexual Harassment

For your information, each segment takes approximately one hour to complete. Each segment contains a drop down menu that allows you to take the training at different times and to stop and start up again if your schedule demands that. This web-based training is available on a 24/7 server and can be accessed from any compatible computer with internet access, anytime. The self assessment at the end of each segment can be taken more than once. Results of the self assessment are kept on file electronically and only the Office of Affirmative Action receives and maintains those reports. These verify that training has been completed.

Discrimination Prevention training is mandatory in a number of states and is essential for every supervisor and manager as a means of equity, professional development, and risk management. All SCSU employees are strongly encouraged to complete this training. Understanding our basic legal obligations for nondiscrimination is part of making each of more culturally competent in understanding what is fair by objective criteria. It can help each of us be part of a more hospitable and welcoming campus.

Statement of Nondiscrimination

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 (CRA), as amended, prohibits certain forms of discrimination in providing educational programs under Title IX and employment under Title VII.  Specifically the CRA prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, or religion.  Federal law also prohibits discrimination based on age, disability, pregnancy and certain Veteran status.  The State of Minnesota further prohibits discrimination based on marital status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance or membership on a human rights commission. 

In compliance with the law and as an integral part of the mission of this university, St. Cloud State University is committed to providing equal education and employment opportunities to all students and employees regardless of race, color, creed, sex, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and other mentioned immutable characteristics.   To carry out this commitment, SCSU not only prohibits discrimination in policy and process, but takes affirmative steps to prevent sexual and discriminatory harassment in the workplace and classroom.  SCSU students or employees with concerns or uncertainty about possible harassment or discrimination are encouraged to make an appointment with or e-mail Dr. Susan Moss, Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and SCSU Title IX Officer (308-5123, slmoss@stcloudstate.edu ).   At  www.stcloudstate.edu/affirmativeaction you will find SCSU policies and procedures pertaining to discrimination, harassment and sexual assault, as well as information on resources available to you.  Be an advocate for yourself; when you are unsure, get expert advice on taking the next steps.