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Office of Access and Support
Providing campus wide accreditation support while teaching the skill sets for Hawkeyes to lead our global workforce.
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Developing Skill Sets for Success
It is the responsibility of the University of Iowa to provide Hawkeyes the skills required to lead in a globally diverse society and workforce.
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Office of Civil Rights Compliance
Overseeing the compliance of Federal and State of Iowa laws related to bias, harassment, discrimination, equal employment opportunity, disability, free speech, and sexual misconduct concerns.
A Message from Liz
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I am keenly aware that while the UI has made great strides in developing a welcoming and respectful environment for all Hawkeyes but, we are not without our challenges. I firmly believe the foundation and decisions we set forth can positively impact the UI now and for years to come. A key component of this is working with campus and community leaders on incorporating more transparency and accountability. I welcome the opportunity to listen to all members of the community whose voices have not always been heard, and enact change where possible."
Dr. Liz Tovar
Executive Officer and Associate Vice President Division of Access, Opportunity, and Diversity
Senior Associate Athletics Director Academics at University of Iowa
News
UI faculty, alumni net grant to help LGBTQ+ students thrive on campus
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Hawkeye Distinguished Veterans Award
Joint Letter from Department of Justice and Department of Ed Office for Civil Rights
Faculty, resident physicians mentor students during Black Youth Summit
Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion
Developing learning communities to support BIPOC and international teaching assistants
Note from Liz on the intersection of Freedom of Expression and DEI
April 2023 Note from Liz
Note from Liz on Trans Day of Visibility
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