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Office of Affirmative Action
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The University of Pittsburgh Office of Affirmative Action
A Service Center for the University Community
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How does the Office Function, And Whom Does It Serve?
The Office of Affirmative Action is part of the Office of the Chancellor, and the director of affirmative
action also serves as an assistant to the chancellor. The office is both an administrative and a service
center for the University community.
The Office of Affirmative Action has overall responsibility for providing leadership, coordination, and
oversight for the University's affirmative action program. Given the size, complexity, and collegial nature
of the University, the Office of Affirmative Action cannot do this alone. The campus community contributes
to the University's commitment to affirmative action through the work of senior administrative officers,
deans, directors, department heads, managers, supervisors, and various campus-wide, school, departmental, and
student committees and groups as well as individual faculty, staff, and students.
While faculty, staff, and students are the principal constituencies served, the affirmative action staff also
cooperate closely with members of the local and regional community, government agencies, and departments at the
local, state, and federal levels, and other institutions of higher education throughout the nation.
What Services are Available?
The Office of Affirmative Action:
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Coordinates and facilitates the development and implementation of equal opportunity and affirmative action
policies and procedures for the University.
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Monitors progress in implementing affirmative action programs and realizing affirmative action goals.
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Prepares institutional and governmental reports.
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Conducts studies and undertakes research projects.
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Participates in a variety of training events.
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Handles internal complaints of discrimination or discriminatory harassment.
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Serves as a resource center and library on affirmative action and related topics.
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Serves as a link between the University and other institutions, governmental agencies, or community groups
with related concerns.
Where is the Office?
The Office of Affirmative Action is conveniently located at 412 Bellefield Hall on 315 South Bellefield Avenue. The office is open year round
except for published University holidays. The regular business hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday. The staff is always available to answer inquiries or provide information. However, appointments are
recommended for visitors so that the staff may better serve you. You may request information or advice anonymously,
if you wish. Your privacy will be respected. The complete mailing address and telephone and fax numbers are:
Office of Affirmative Action
412 Bellefield Hall, 315 South Bellefield Ave.
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pa 15260
Phone: (412) 648-7860
FAX: [412} 648-7864
University Commitment to Affirmative Action
"We want to make certain that the opportunities we provide are equally available to all. That requires more than a
few determined leaders. It requires a campus-wide effort."
-Mark A. Nordenberg, Chancellor
The goals of the University of Pittsburgh affirmative action commitment are to:
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achieve diversity in the racial/ethnic and sex composition of its workforce at all levels;
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enhance opportunities for enrolling, retaining, and graduating students from under represented groups;
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provide accessibility and accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
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create a campus environment free of bigotry and harassment; and
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engage minority and women-owned businesses as vendors or suppliers.
Excerpted from Board of Trustees Resolution,
February 28, 1992
Nondiscrimination Policy Statement
The University of Pittsburgh, as an educational institution and as an employer, values equality of opportunity,
human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity. Accordingly, the University prohibits and will not
engage in discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex,
age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran
of the Vietnam era. Further, the University will continue to take affirmative steps to support and advance these
values consistent with the University's mission. This policy applies to admissions, employment, and access to and
treatment in University programs and activities. This is a commitment made by the University and is in accordance
with federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations.
For information on University equal opportunity and affirmative action programs and complaint/grievance procedures,
please contact: William A. Savage, Assistant to the Chancellor and Director of Affirmative Action (and Title IX and
504 Coordinator, Office of Affirmative Action, 412 Bellefield Hall • 315 South Bellefield Ave., University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
(412) 648-7860.
Policy Revised March 1992
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