Diversity Statement:
Diversity is crucial for maintaining excellence in research/creative artistry, learning and community engagement. The University of Wisconsin-Parkside celebrates many differences among people including but not limited to diversity in race, ethnicity, ability, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and age. UW-Parkside strives to strengthen diversity with programs that will accomplish the following:
- attract and retain diverse students, faculty, and staff;
- respect and appreciate the many cultures and multiple perspectives within the communities that UW-Parkside serves;
- promote equity and success for all students, faculty and staff;
- prepare students, faculty and staff to act ethically in relation to diversity on campus and in local and global communities; and
- address racism, oppression, and all forms of neglect and discrimination throughout the campus at all levels.

