Office of Diversity and Inclusion (formerly Affirmative Action) records

Collection

Identifier: CA02.90

Staff Only

Scope and Content Note

These records contain policies and procedures for the Office of Affirmative Action at Bates College.

Dates

1989, undated

Creator

Bates College (Lewiston, Me.). Office of Affirmative Action (Organization)

Access Restrictions

Administrative records are closed to researchers for 20 years from date of creation.

Use Restrictions

The collection is the physical property of Edmund S. Muskie Archives and Special Collections Library. Bates College holds literary rights only for material created by College personnel working on official behalf of the College, or for material which was given to the College with such rights specifically assigned. For all other material, literary rights, including copyright, belong to the authors or their legal heirs and assigns. Researchers are responsible for obtaining permission from rights holders for publication or other purposes that exceed fair use.

Historical Note

The Office of Affirmative Action and Institutional Diversity Projects is responsible for the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of affirmative action. Works with others to design and carry out institutional diversity initiatives that strategically and proactively promote a culture of inclusiveness. The office insures the fulfillment of applicable regulations and college policy, providing leadership and working with all elements of the College to promote the prioritization of affirmative action and diversity, and serving as a resource for the campus community in the development of innovative diversity efforts. (From the Office of Affirmative Action website.)