Research & Innovation Office

Unit Lead – Massimo Ruzzene

DEI Goal 1: Units will build capacity for advancing diversity, equity and inclusion by focusing on employee skills and development.

Action Plan 1

Reduce bias in the hiring process by requiring all search committee members to participate in inclusive hiring training before launching searches for faculty and staff roles. This will include inclusive hiring search kick-off meetings with Human Resources, additional committee member training, and review of job descriptions before posting. 

Status – in progress

Action Plan 2

Each staff member will demonstrate increases in learning focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in areas identified collaboratively with supervisors. This will be done through structured training and tied to performance plans. 

Status – in progress

Action Plan 3

Support retention of a diverse staff and faculty through flexible work arrangements. An analysis of existing work arrangements within the unit will be conducted to assure alignment with university policy and to create equitable access to flexible work arrangements. 

Status – in progress