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Chancellor Kent Syverud has appointed Tiffany Steinwert, dean of Hendricks Chapel, as the University鈥檚 institutional representative to NASCUMC, responsible for sharing information on SU鈥檚 participation in the 鈥淗eralding Our Commitment to Justice and Dignity鈥� resolution. NASCUMC the resolution earlier this week.
Tiffany Steinwert
Throughout 2015 and 2016, participating institutions will conduct campus conversations about issues related to human dignity that are polarizing within their communities. The resolution specifically recognizes that members of NASCUMC 鈥渄o not interpret societal issues with one mind鈥� and calls upon institutions to create environments that encourage the free exchange of ideas and honor honest differences.
鈥満诹喜淮蜢� is proud to endorse this prophetic resolution for it represents the best of who we are and who we strive to be,鈥� Steinwert says. 鈥淎s a United Methodist-related institution we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive learning environment that nurtures a new generation of leaders ready to engage the world鈥檚 most difficult challenges. We value a passionate pursuit of knowledge that honors and values the worth and dignity of each person. This resolution is both an affirmation of the historic work we have done as an institution and the future tasks that lie ahead as we press forward ever, expanding our welcome in our common struggle for a better, more just world.鈥�
The University has long led critical conversations about diversity and inclusion on campus through a variety of forums.聽Most recently, the Express Yourself forum in October brought together students, faculty and staff, and created a space for students聽to share their challenges and hope for the campus in working toward a more inclusive community.聽From this forum, five workgroups聽were formed and have been meeting through the spring semester, focused聽on developing recommendations on key areas related to diversity and inclusion.
NASCUMC is an organization of the chief executive officers of educational institutions that are related to the United Methodist Church. SU is a NASCUMC member and one of 119 schools, colleges and universities in the United States recognized by the University Senate of The United Methodist Church. In 1892, SU hosted the inaugural meeting of the University Senate, to initiate the system of accreditation for higher education that is in place now. Since that time, SU and its fellow United Methodist-related schools and colleges have worked diligently to create vibrant institutions that set the standard for excellence among their peers.
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While the University has maintained a strong relationship with the United Methodist Church, SU has identified itself as nonsectarian since 1920. While the University identifies itself as nonsectarian, it holds membership in NASCUMC and receives funding from the United Methodist Church. Among the country鈥檚 other United Methodist-related institutions are American University, Boston University, Duke University and Emory University.
