- Mailing Address
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1664 N. Virginia Street
Reno, Nevada 89557 - Phone
- (775) 784-1110
- Email address
- admissions@unr.edu
- Website
- https://www.unr.edu/
- School Information
- "The University of Nevada, Reno was founded in 1874 as Nevada's first institution of higher education. Today, the University delivers on its land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, engagement, support and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement – all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education." The university enrolls over 21,000 students, employs over 1,000 faculty, and offers academic programs across its 13 schools. (Source: https://www.unr.edu/about) (Source: https://www.unr.edu/academics/colleges-schools)
- General Information
- The University of Nevada, Reno will be taking steps to reduce bias in its course placement practices. The university will be considering alternatives for standardized tests for first-year course placement. No alternatives to the tests have been announced. No mandatory Critical Race Training sessions are yet required of students. However, see developments below:
Actions Taken
- Admissions Policies
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University will be considering alternatives for standardized tests for first-year course placement.
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As part of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan, the Division of Student Services states that it would "[r]ecruit and enroll underrepresented undergraduate and graduate students utilizing partnerships, collaborations, and support for existing pathway programs."
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- Anti-Racism, Bias, and Diversity Training
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In 2022, UNR Libraries conducted sessions for library staff focusing on topics such as "refugee treatment, mental health in the workplace and implicit bias."
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One of the 2023 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility Action Plan goals of the UNR Library was to "Coordinate and sponsor no less than three IDEA-related trainings annually and maintain a perpetual training calendar showing which trainings are offered during the year."
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As part of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan, the Division of Student Services states the following: "Annual Evaluations will utilize the ACPA/NASPA Competency Areas of Social Justice and Inclusion to help Student Services staff develop competencies in these two areas and will include a section documenting professional development including participating in sponsored Division wide DEI trainings and/or certifications."
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UNR's 2021-2022 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Action Plan reported that for the "early 2021-22 academic year was the incorporation of DEI trainings...impacting approximately 3,670 new students, who attended a training on diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice." Additionally, "over 450 mentors and orientation leaders were also participants of a workshop on DEI values-focused action to advance social justice and allyship (or accompaniment)."
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- Resources
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University will be organizing an "education series" called "Hate Uncycled", which will focus on the "effects of racism on public health; indigenous and land justice; and the First Amendment and policing."
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The University of Nevada-Reno's College of Education and Human Development created a DEI site, which includes the following: "Being antiracist is fighting against racism. COEHD holds the value that diversity, equity and inclusion are key components of everything we do in our college and should reflect how citizens of our country should embrace one another."
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University of Nevada, Reno has designated multiple identity based campus dormitories including the Black Scholars Living Learning Community that “connects all students and provides a supportive environment to collectively explore Black Identity, cultures and communities. The Black Scholars LLC will provide support, mentoring and networks necessary for educational success and empowerment while providing a comfortable living experience on campus.”
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On August 17, 2021, the Dean of the College of Education published an article titled "Are we trying to erase pluralism with Critical Race Theory cancel culture?" which reads in part as follows: "What is often misunderstood, confused, or misinterpreted is that critical race theory is inclusivity or inclusive education – it is not. CRT calls for us to challenge oppressive barriers that cause bias and at times create the racist systems that exist; inclusivity is the valuing of diversity and the contributions of diverse groups throughout our country’s history and our personal lives."
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The College of Liberal Arts has compiled a list of anti-racist, anti-bias, and anti-hate resources (including CRT) and states, "By creating and building on this list, we hope many will join the College of Liberal Arts in its efforts to dismantle racism and other forms of hate and bias."
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On November 19, 2020, the College of Education hosted an event titled "Teachers of Color Resisting Racism and Reimagining Schools" which used "the lens of Critical Race Theory (CRT) to explore the experiences of teachers of Color in a predominantly white profession."
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One of the 2023 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility Action Plan goals of the UNR Library was to "Expand collections to include materials covering racial theory and environmental equity in America."
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UNR's 2021-2022 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Action Plan states, "There is a need for increased focus on social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion issues in the student curriculum." The plan continues to lay out several initiatives that have begun in order to accomplish this goal.
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UNR published its 2021-2022 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Action Plan which outlines its many initiatives taking place throughout the college.
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