The Inclusive Excellence Division empowers and equips UNH community members, academic and administrative units, and campus partners with the education and skill sets to prioritize and incorporate equity and belonging into every aspect of living, working, and learning at UNH.
The IED will infuse justice, equity, diversity, access, and inclusion into every aspect of UNHÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ™s educational goals, mission, and organizational culture.
VP Lawrence and Executive Director Smith work collaboratively with units and departments across campus to foster the UniversityÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ™s commitment to the education of the whole person through support for the recruitment, retention, and success of a diverse community of faculty, staff and students, and through collaborations with other offices to promote academic excellence through a diverse and inclusive campus climate.
The Accessibility Resources Center (ARC) provides comprehensive support and a range of services that serve to promote educational equity and ensure that students are able to participate in the opportunities available at the University of New Haven.
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The mission of the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) Council is to serve as an advisory group to the president and campus community.
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The Myatt Center for Diversity and Inclusion assists the University in promoting cultural diversity, awareness, and sensitivity throughout the University community.
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The University of New Haven is committed to supporting all students' holistic human and spiritual development.
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The University of New Haven adheres to the philosophy that all community members should enjoy an environment free of any form of harassment, sexual misconduct, discrimination, or relationship violence which is under Title IX.
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University News
Michael Lawlor, J.D., associate professor of criminal justice and acting associate dean of the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences, was honored by Lambda Legal, a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, for his work as an attorney, a legislator, a policy maker, and an educator.
The Charger Blog
The program's second annual Commencement ceremony recognized the accomplishments of the program's newest graduates, and was the first Bachelor of Arts degree graduation ceremony in a prison in Connecticut.
Vice President for Institutional Equity and Diversity, Chief Diversity Officer, and Title IX Coordinator
Maxcy Hall 226C
(203) 932-7269
BLawrence@newhaven.edu
Executive Director of DEI Strategic Initiatives
Maxcy Hall 226A
(203) 932-7260
SySmith@newhaven.edu
Director of the Accessibility Resources Center Office
Sheffield Hall
(203) 932-7331
LCopneyOkeke@newhaven.edu
Assistant Title IX Coordinator / Director of Title IX Compliance
Peterson Library, Rm. 203
(203) 932-7264
EGuido@newhaven.edu