"‘Nonnegotiable’ list of expected beliefs about diversity and inclusion
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...“We do not tolerate actions of hate and disrespect.”
The policy, being called by campus leaders a set of “belief statements” on diversity and inclusion, is also spelled out on its website.
Green’s comments come as Christianity and conservatism — even support of Donald Trump — is accused of being intolerant, hateful and racist on campuses nationwide.
Green did not define, neither in his speech or the written policy underscoring it, what an action of disrespect might be, leaving it widely open to interpretation.
The vague set of beliefs also comes a time when accusations of microaggressions, or unintentional slights some interpret as racist acts, have a vice grip on universities.
“We all share in the responsibility to create a positive culture here and to safeguard equity, inclusion, diversity and respect,” Green continued in his speech.
“ … We take action when we observe something or someone being treated unfairly or in a demeaning manner.
It’s our core belief as a university here at the University of Nebraska. It’s nonnegotiable. That’s who we are.”
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