See President Pinto? This is what having integrity looks like.

These statements from other university administrations are the kind of communications that faculty and others in the UC community are looking for—and the lack of a response like these is why faculty and others are protesting Tuesday.

“First and foremost, our commitment to our mission ‘so that all may learn’ is enduring, and we have no intention of shrinking from it”

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Finally, in an interview with the Western Michigan University student newspaper, president Edward Montgomery responded to questions about the future plans in light of the Dear Colleague letter in direct and unequivocal fashion:

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In contrast, UC faculty and staff have never been considered worthy of contributing to conversations about how UC should respond and certainly haven't been given clear or consistent information about what decisions are being made and why--the "university partners" have mostly been kept in the dark.

This Ohio State statement is published on a centralized website designed to answer questions and communicate up-to-date information and instructions for faculty and others.

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"For anything with the potential to impact Ohio State, the Office of Government Affairs works with the Office of Legal Affairs and the appropriate units to convene university offices and partners to determine the impacts and, if applicable, work through implementation."

Ohio State U reassures its community:

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"As we continue to respond to the evolving federal and state legal landscape, it is essential that we remain focused on our mission and values and committed to fostering a welcoming community where all students can thrive."

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"OHIO strives to be a University community where all belong, which requires that we provide equal access to resources and opportunities while also celebrating the unique perspectives and backgrounds that individual members bring to the larger whole.

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Perhaps Rider can speak differently because they are a small private university? Well Ohio University is a public research institution in our own state. What do they have to say?

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"Given the potential impact of these developments, we have convened a study group of staff, faculty and students to inventory the full range of DEI initiatives, programs and activities at Rider as a first step toward understanding the DCL."

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Or this acknowledgement of the value of hearing from all members of the university community as decisions are made:

"Let me state unequivocally that Rider stands against discrimination in all its forms. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and equitable environment where all individuals are valued and supported, regardless of their background or identity."

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