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Salve Regina continues diversity efforts through new mission statements, summit

salvetoday Posted On March 29, 2022
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The Salve Regina community recently came together to prepare mission and vision statements that reflect the concepts of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). As an institution devoted to its mercy mission, these statements reflect the heart of the University community’s efforts to expand on these principles and ideals.

Below are the official statements.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission Statement 

Salve Regina University strives to cultivate belonging values through diversity, equity and inclusion in order to foster a welcoming culture for our staff, faculty and students, as well as the wider community.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Vision Statement 

Salve Regina University embraces all people with grace. No matter the path traveled to get here, the University acknowledges that many identities will intersect. Salve Regina belongs to all in its community—regardless of one’s race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, gender, ability, age, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, political affiliation, cultural background, nationality or immigration status. Confronting the needs of our time and acknowledging the historical oppressions of various groups, our campus embraces diversity in all forms by actively promoting a culture of inclusiveness and striving for justice in our actions as a reflection of our mission and the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy.

Silence speaks volumes. Yesterday, today and in this moment, inaction is a form of acceptance. Salve Regina University will work relentlessly to ensure that we are striving towards a community that is not perfect, but is continuously evolving in our day-to-day work, our faith, our studies and our actions.

Through service, teaching, leadership and community involvement, Salve Regina University will reflect the best that we wish to see in this world. The University’s Board of Trustees and the administration are dedicated to promoting inclusivity and embracing accountability within the campus community. Salve Regina’s commitment will also be shown through academic programming; student, staff and faculty development; and continued assessment as new needs arise. As a community, these actions will leave a legacy that instills the creation of a more harmonious, just and merciful world.

Mercy Summit on Equity and Inclusion

With the above ideals in mind, the University is about to host its second annual Mercy Summit on Equity and Inclusion on Friday, April 8, in the O’Hare Academic Building. This full-day event is sponsored by the Presidential Commission on Equity and Inclusion, and it is the commission’s hope that the summit will see wide participation from the campus community.

The Mercy Summit on Equity and Inclusion will feature a variety of sessions that provide opportunities to interact on a range of engaging topics — including the keynote speaker, Dr. Regine Jean-Charles, who will discuss “Notes on Belonging: Making Justice the Center of DEI” at 9 a.m. in the Bazarsky Lecture Hall.

To learn more and register for the summit, go here.

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    • Virtual information session for prospective students
      Tuesday, May 31

      Meet with a member of Admissions Office to hear about Salve Regina's mission, campus life and academics directly from an admissions counselor in a group setting. It's a great introduction to Salve Regina and all the opportunities that exist for you here. 

      A virtual information session is designed for those who are in the college search and application process. If you would like to learn more about Salve Regina University and have your questions answered in a live chat, this is the best place to start. Our sessions last approximately one hour.

      You will also be able to view our virtual tour as part of your registration for this presentation. 

      Preregistration is required.

      Contact: Office of Admissions
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      Reunion Weekend will be packed with exciting events both on and off campus. It's been too long since we've been able to welcome you to campus for a reunion celebration, so these events are sure to be worth the trip back to Newport. Return to campus and reconnect with your classmates - all alumni are welcome to attend.

      Contact: Office of Alumni, Parent and Family Programs
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      This event will be live on campus and live-streamed for those unable to attend in person. Please register to receive the Zoom link for the live stream.

      Contact: Gill Goodrich
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      Contact: Tiffany McClanaghan
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