Initiatives
Initiatives Underway
Below is a selection of campus climate initiatives actively underway in the 2022-2023 academic year. For an expanded view, explore the university's full Inclusive Excellence Plan.
Align with W&M Mission, Vision & Values
Create a climate that is supportive and respectful while valuing myriad perspectives and experiences and aligned with the university's mission, vision and values
- Conduct campus landscape review to eliminate structures that may be perceived as barriers to a welcoming and inclusive environment (ongoing)
- Create a community where uncomfortable meaningful dialogue is valued and practices
- Educate the university community on the prevention of harassment, discrimination and identity-based violence as well as related equity policies
- Promote productive ways to resolve conflict
- Effectively address concerns and complaints
- Distinguish W&M Athletics in ways that are equitable, more financially sustainable, and that enhance the sense of belonging for all by uniting the campus during games and events
- Offer educational and celebratory events for students, faculty and staff, and the community that recognize and honor diversity and promotes inclusion from disparate viewpoints
- Create opportunities to further university-wide inclusion initiatives by using the power of W&M Athletics competitions to recognize, honor, and celebrate different underrepresented and community groups
- Introduce new students to W&M's values and responsibilities that encourage critical thinking and self-reflection
- Support the health and well-being of our campus community, and promote professional growth for staff and faculty
