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Welcome to the University of California Diversity Web Site

It gives me great pleasure to present this Web site as a gateway to Universitywide diversity resources, news, and events. The University of California has a long history of leadership in promoting diversity among its faculty, students, and staff, and we are committed to advancing diversity at UC through a variety of efforts.

Diversity among faculty, students, and staff is critical to the future of the University of California. Diversity enhances the breadth, depth, and quality of our research and teaching programs by increasing the variety of experiences, perspectives, and scholarly interests of faculty. It enriches intellectual discussions and promotes understanding across differences among students. And it allows differing heritages, cultures, genders, ages, and lifestyles to be appreciated and valued for the variety of perspectives they bring to the overall mission of the University. We endeavor to establish a work climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all employees.

My hope is that this Web site will serve as a portal to the diversity-related efforts and accomplishments of my office and the entire University community. We will continue our goal to imbed diversity into our core mission of teaching, research, and public service as we pursue equal access and inclusion for all Californians.

Robert C. Dynes