3: Foster an inclusive, equitable environment


  • The Office of Multicultural Affairs hired a new assistant director, who will expand our ability to offer programs and services to promote student success.
  • The Office of Residence Life developed a community standard pledge (Hawk's Oath) to outline behavioral and community expectations across all residence halls at Lehigh University.
  • The Men of Color Alliance, an informal meeting group, has grown to include more than 20 diverse student leaders.
  • The Office of the First-Year Experience worked with the Office of Multicultural Affairs to create a preLUsion Program 2010-11 that addressed transitional needs of incoming Black and Hispanic students.
  • Commuter students hosted events in the Women's Center, the Office of Multicultural Affairs and other offices on campus to strengthen connections within the commuter student community.
  • A Gender Neutral Housing pilot program was created and implemented for 2010-2011.
  • The "Break The Silence" peer education group received the Excellence Silver Medal Award from NASPA, a national professional group of Student Affairs administrators.
  • The Greek Allies Program (GAP) was founded to support Greek members with LGTBQIA issues and offer educational programs. Forty three men and women have joined GAP.