Anti-racism and Equity
GRADUATE COUNCIL RESOLUTION
Approved October 6, 2020
WHEREAS, we have witnessed acts of violence against persons of color and viewed demonstrations
protesting the impact of inequity in systems of justice, education, health care and
in access to housing, food and employment, and
WHEREAS, The University of Toledo is committed to having a diverse, inclusive campus
that is equitable and fair for all faculty, staff and students, accomplished by the
implementation of Further Progress: The University of Toledo’s Strategic Plan for
Diversity, Inclusion and Equity.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that The University of Toledo Graduate Council joins the university’s endeavors to achieve diversity, equity and the elimination of racism across our campus, and resolves to advocate for racial justice and equity in our role as faculty members by actively engaging in recruitment of diverse students and faculty and ensuring visibility of diversity in our teaching, research, and service.