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Type of entity
Corporate body
Authorized form of name
South Dakota State University. Office for Diversity Enhancement
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- South Dakota State University. Office of Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Access
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Description area
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History
The Office for Diversity Enhancement, previously known as the Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity, promotes South Dakota State University's commitment to diversity in all its aspects by advising the university community, and developing and implementing diversity enhancement programming. This includes activities enhancing teaching, learning, and direct experiencing of diverse cultures and points of view. The office works with Admissions to facilitate minority student recruiting and with Human Resources to facilitate Equal Opportunity. An annual Festival of Cultures is organized by the office to celebrate our institutional diversity. The University is committed to maintaining an environment that respects individual dignity and encourages members of the campus community to achieve their maximum potential, free from discrimination and harassment.