Diversity at Lehigh

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This paper discusses the recently implemented measures to increase diversity and multi-culturalism at Lehigh University, claiming that they have been and will continue to be effective. The paper explains that the university has committed itself to incorporating a diversity program and the associated initiatives. The program is supported by the managerial levels of the faculty and administration as is demonstrated by the university's 'Mission Statement'. The paper explains that the clear reference to 'dedication to diversity and pluralism' shows that the administration understands that the school's future is directly linked to creating an atmosphere where diversity can thrive, and these programs will continue to increase the overall levels of diversity and multiculturalism.

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"The days where few schools had documented diversity initiatives are over. Lehigh University is approaching this endeavor by addressing the various aspects of diversity including the student body, faculty, and staff and the overall campus environment. In the current highly competitive and intensive global economic situation, universities have unfortunately discovered that in order to survive, grow and prosper, they will need to incorporate more diversity focused programs into all areas of the services they provide. Our nation has abandoned the 'all white male' educational and work force theory. The schools have also discovered that in the future they will be even more limited because they will be recruiting students and employees from a much smaller number of qualified candidates. For example, universities can no longer wait for the best educators or administrative personal to simply come looking for a job. Schools such as Lehigh will have to make dedicated efforts for recruiting, training and maintaining the best employees. They will also need to recruit from the ranks of the disabled, women and minorities. Lehigh must address issues concerning diversity and discrimination even though historically these topics were not easily discussed and often went unpunished, undocumented or were simply glossed over."

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