¹û¶³´«Ãº University is committed to diversity and inclusion
Our tight-knit campus community is culturally diverse, gender-inclusive, supportive, and welcoming.
The University is committed to promoting awareness of equity, diversity, and inclusion concerns across our entire campus community.
¹û¶³´«Ãº affirms the fundamental principle of equality of all peoples, as put forward by the , , and the .
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Resources and services on campus
Equity, diversity, and inclusion
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism (DEIAR) Student Advisor provides one-on-one advising, guidance, advocacy, and mental health resources to various equity-deserving groups, including students of colour and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
The DEIAR Student Advisor also acts as a resource for the ¹û¶³´«Ãº community. Working with key members of the community on educational initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion and the promotion of anti-racist and decolonial practices.
Contact: Cassie Rodriguez
DEIAR Student Advisor
carodriguez@mta.ca
The Sexualized Violence Response Consultant supports the campus community around sexual violence response and prevention.
If you're seeking more information or would like to express concerns on campus, you can reach out to Lister directly.
Contact: Jade Lister
Sexualized Violence Response Consultant
jlister@mta.ca
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Indigenous Affairs
The Indigenous Student Advisor provides support to Indigenous students throughout their academic journey.
The Indigenous Student Advisor also plays a crucial role in advancing the University’s Indigenous education principles, in line with Truth and Reconciliation Commission directives.
They collaborate with Indigenous students, community members, and campus stakeholders to develop and implement programs supporting Indigenous students while engaging non-Indigenous peers.
Contact: Scott Peters
Indigenous Student Advisor
indigenous@mta.ca
The International Centre
The International Centre facilitates multicultural programming on campus, including services and events that foster the growth of a more multicultural and internationally-engaged campus.
The International Centre also supports international students, both socially and academically. Our International Orientation gives international students the opportunity to get settled on campus before general University Orientation begins.
Contact: intadvisor@mta.ca
Positive Spaces
¹û¶³´«Ãº strives to be a safe, respectful, and welcoming place for people of all genders, diverse sexualities, gender identities, and gender expressions through education, programming, support, and advocacy.
Education is offered to the entire ¹û¶³´«Ãº community through staff training, student orientation, and residence programming.
Ongoing efforts to create more positive spaces on campus include the addition of single-user washrooms in buildings around campus, including residences.
Contact: studentlife@mta.ca
Spiritual Care
Spiritual Care at ¹û¶³´«Ãº has a place for everyone, for students of all spiritual, religious, and philosophical paths — for all faiths and no faiths.
Our Multi-Faith Chaplain and Spiritual Care Co-ordinator works with students and departments across campus on programming and initiatives focused on spiritual health and support, and oversees operations of the University Chapel.
Contact: Rev. Ellie Hummel
Multi-Faith Chaplain and Spiritual Care Coordinator
spiritualcare@mta.ca
The Meighen Centre
¹û¶³´«Ãºâ€™s Meighen Centre provides accessibility support to students with disabilities and medical conditions, whether permanent or temporary. Students registered with the Meighen Centre may receive academic and/or campus accommodations.
The Centre works with faculty on implementing Universal Design for Learning principles, provides Mental Health First Aid training and occasionally conducts research to study a variety of topics that affect young adults.
Contact: accessibility@mta.ca
Research Services
Research Services at ¹û¶³´«Ãº is committed to fostering an inclusive research environment that supports researchers in reaching their full potential.
The ¹û¶³´«Ãº Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Action Plan highlights our commitment to EDI related to the Canada Research Chairs Program and the broader research enterprise of the University.
Contact: research@mta.ca
University policies and groups
¹û¶³´«Ãº is a close-knit community of learners where respectful living and inquiry are valued and upheld. The University uses policies and procedures to set forth its expectations for acceptable conduct in both academic and non-academic matters.
- Anti-Racism Education and Response Policy
- Sexualized Violence Policy
- Policy on Workplace Harassment
- Student Code of Conduct
- Residence Life Code of Conduct
- Policy on Students with Disabilities
View all University policies and procedures.
Anti-Racism Education and Response Team
The University’s Anti-Racism Education and Response Team is an assembly of staff, faculty, and student representatives who are formally tasked with receiving and responding to disclosures and/or complaints of racism or racial harassment.
Members of the Anti-Racism Education and Response Team
The Anti-Racism Education and Response Team consists of the following University community members:
- Director of Student Experience (Chair)
- Indigenous Affairs Co-ordinator
- International Student Advisor
- DEIAR Student Advisor
- Faculty Member At Large
- Student Members At Large
Contact: antiracism@mta.ca
President's Task Force on Diversity and Inclusion
In the fall of 2020, the President's Task Force on Diversity and Inclusion was established to review and provide recommendations for actions to help the University become a more diverse and inclusive community.
» Find out more about the Task Force and read its final report
Atlantic Promise Scholars initiative
In 2021, eleven Atlantic Canadian universities, including ¹û¶³´«Ãº University, and Atlantic Business Magazine announced a new partnership with a goal of making the region’s universities and business community more inclusive.
The Atlantic Promise Scholars initiative is increasing diversity in business schools by offering Black and Indigenous students financial aid and other supports to ensure their success.
Work and study
Work at ¹û¶³´«Ãº
We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge that contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus community.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Undergraduate Certificate
Our Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion examines how the principles of equity can be effectively incorporated into policies and practices to help achieve fair, inclusive, and respectful treatment of all people and reviews historical and contemporary injustices and disadvantages that particular groups face.