Commission on Human Diversity
Description
Pursues the goal of having a university community where all members honor each other's differences. It sets priorities, monitors changes and educates the community in order to create an environment in which all members will receive proper recognition, encouragement and support. Meetings: monthly. Terms: 2 years. Appointees: 11 of the 27 members
Reports to Administrative Council.
Call for presentations:
The Kutztown University Commission on Human Diversity once again welcomes proposals for presentations related to the various dimensions of multiculturalism, diversity, social justice, inclusion and equity in all areas of life and education. Our 10th annual conference will be Friday, Feb. 28. Consider presenting yourself and share this with students and/or speakers from outside KU. We welcome you to submit your proposal by Saturday, Dec. 7.
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Membership
Name
Term
ExpiresAmy Pfeiler-Wunder, (College of Visual & Performing Arts Representative)**
8/2020
Paige Brookins (Academic Dean/Director)**
8/2021
Hanna Hotalen (SCUPA Representative)**
8/2021
Stephen Stoeffler (College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Representative)**
8/2021
Ko-Hsin Hsu (At-Large Faculty Member Representative)**
8/2020
Mark Wolfmeyer, Chair (At-Large Faculty Member Representative)**
8/2021
Baron Vanderburg (At-Large Professional Staff Representative)**
8/2020
Debra Duenyas (College of Education Representative)**
8/2021
Muratcan Erkul (College of Business Representative)**
8/2020
Connie Lawrence, Secretary (AFSCME Representative)
8/2020
Jason Garcia (At-Large Professional Staff Representative)**
8/2021
Jerry W Schearer, Vice-Chair (GLBTQ Resource Center Liaison)
8/2021
Bruce Gottschall (Lambda Liaison)
8/2021
TBD (Commission of Status of Women Liaison)
*
TBD (Commission on the Status of Minorities Liaison)
*
TBD (Disability Services Office Liaison)
*
TBD (Women's Center Liaison)
*
TBD (Multicultural Center Liaison)
*
TBD (Office of International Admissions Liaison)
*
TBD (Student Affairs/Dean of Student's Office Liaison)
*
TBD (SGB Diversity Council Student Representative)
8/2020
TBD (SGB Diversity Council Student Representative-Religious Based Group)
8/2020
TBD (SGB Diversity Council Student Representative)
8/2020
TBD (SGB Diversity Council Student Representative)
8/2020
TBD (SGB Diversity Council Student Representative)
8/2020
TBD (Non-Traditional Student Representative)
8/2020
Daniel Metzger (Graduate Student Representative)
8/2020
* Indefinite Term of Office
** Appointed by Committee on CommitteesStudents are invited to participate in the Kutztown University Governance and Advisory Committees. This is a great way to get to know others at the university, become a part of the decision-making process and have your voice heard. No prior experience necessary, just a genuine interest in being an active part of the community!
Student Government Board reviews online applications on a rolling basis and makes student placements in early September. Questions? Please contact Leah in Student Involvement at casselli@kutztown.edu.
Union Committee Representative: To be considered for a committee union position please contact a union representative. - Mission & Bylaws
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Meeting Times
Normally meets the third Thursday of each month during the semester.
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Agenda & Minutes
Fall 2019
Agenda
Minutes
November 2019
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Annual Conference on Human Diversity
Each spring, the annual conference of Kutztown University's Commission on Human Diversity unites activists, scholars, students & the community for talks. The Commission's mission: advocating for the the rights and dignity of all people, all the time.
Contact the conference chair: Jerry Schearer at 610-683-4923 or schearer@kutztown.edu
For more information please contact:
University Senate
Email: senate@kutztown.edu
Phone: 610.683.4675
Students are invited to participate in the Kutztown University Governance and Advisory Committees. This is a great way to get to know others at the university, become a part of the decision-making process and have your voice heard. No prior experience necessary, just a genuine interest in being an active part of the community!
Student Government Board reviews online applications on a rolling basis and makes student placements in early September. Questions? Please contact Leah in Student Involvement at casselli@kutztown.edu.
Union Committee Representative: To be considered for a committee union position please contact a union representative.