People of Color in Predominantly White Institutions

 

Title

Diversity In Action: An In-Depth Look at How The University Of Missouri-Kansas City Developed An Institutionalized Approach To Implementing Its Diversity In Action Strategic Initiatives

Document Type

Article

Date of this Version

November 2003

As colleges and universities across the country affirm or reaffirm their commitment to educate people from all walks of life, it is critical that they are prepared to effectively serve and educate all students regardless of race, gender, nationality, age, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or disability. As programs related to affirmative action continue to remain under fire and uncertain, institutions will need to develop their own conscious that will allow them to be able to successfully nurture and develop the leaders of tomorrow. Hence, the University of Missouri-Kansas City has developed seven strategic initiatives that are referred to as, "Diversity In Action. "