Survey
As a state Institution and federal contractor, Missouri State University is required to annually report race, ethnicity and veteran data. Additionally, the federal guidelines have recently changed regarding the collection of this data. New race and ethnicity survey categories have been deveolped to provide a more accurate picture of the nation's diversity. New regulations also changed the categories of veterans who are protected from discrimination and who must be covered in the affirmiative action program.
To help ensure that the University has the most accurate data, we are asking all employees and students to complete a brief, two-part survey utilizing the new race, ethnicity and veteran categories. The first part of the survey asks participants to self-report race and ethnicity. The second part of the survey asks participants to self-report veteran status.
The survey is available online at http://www.missouristate.edu/resurvey and will only take a few minutes of your time. Please complete the survey by Friday, November 13th.
A list of frequently asked questions and answers are also available.
We've Moved!
The Office for Equity and Diversity has moved from our small office in Siceluff Hall to our larger office at the Park Central Office Building (PCOB), our suite number is 111. The PCOB is on the southeast corner of the downtown square. In order to make it easier for people to find us,click here for directions & maps.
History Month
Hispanic Heritage Month
September 11 - October 9, 2009
New Search Trainings
Please click here or go to the Education & Training webpage.
Employment Opportunities at Missouri State
Equity & Diversity Online Training Program
The three-part training program is designed to inform, educate and guide members of the University community on identifying and preventing discrimination and harassment. All University employees are required to complete the program.
Preventing Sexual Harassment provides information that helps employees to identify and respond to sexually harassing behavior, understand legal and other consequences of sexual harassment, and explain the university's policies and procedures that prohibit sexual harassment and other forms of sex discrimination.
Preventing Employment Discrimination provides information on how to recognize and prevent discriminatory employment practices. This course educates employees on federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, and university policies and procedures that prohibit discrimination in the workplace.
In Their Shoes - Disability Awareness Training helps employees enhance their knowledge, skills, and comfort level when working with individuals with disabilities.
Nuts and Bolts of Using the Online Applicant Summary System Training describes how to navigate your way through the Applicant Summary System
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