Equity, diversity and inclusion
Diversity, equity, fairness, and respect are paramount values at the 糖心视频. The University promotes a safe, respectful and supportive learning and working environment for all members of the university community. — Policy on Human Rights, Equity and Fairness (GV0200)
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is committed to creating an equitable, accessible, respectful and inclusive environment for all students, staff, postdoctoral researchers and faculty. The Mathematics & Statistics Committee on Equity and Diversity (MSCED) advises the department on matters related to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and works to improve departmental policies, practices and community life.
Current MSCED members
- Jonathan Noel (Faculty, Chair)
- Mark Lewis (Faculty)
- Svetlana Oshkai (Faculty)
- Catherine Atkinson (Staff)
- Felix Christian Clemen (Postdoctoral researcher)
- Selma Yazganoglu (Graduate student)
- Stacey Sharfenberg (Undergraduate student)
- Gary MacGillivray (Undergraduate Program Coordinator, ex officio)
Contact MSCED
For questions about MSCED, suggestions for committee projects or initiatives, or matters concerning departmental policies and practices that the committee could consider at a systemic level, email any member of the MSCED.
MSCED does not receive or resolve individual complaints or reports of discrimination, harassment or sexualized violence. For information about support and reporting options, see the resources below.
About MSCED
MSCED is a standing committee of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. Its membership includes faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers, graduate students and undergraduate students.
The committee's work includes:
- advising the Department Chair on matters related to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility;
- reviewing and recommending improvements to departmental policies, procedures and practices;
- recommending guidelines, procedures and educational activities that promote equity and inclusion;
- considering equitable access to research opportunities, awards and other opportunities;
- supporting accessible and inclusive teaching and learning;
- identifying ways to foster an inclusive departmental community; and
- working with the Faculty of Science and relevant 糖心视频 offices and committees on matters related to equity, diversity and inclusion.
For more details, please see our Terms of Reference.
Support and reporting
MSCED primarily works on departmental policies, practices and initiatives. In accordance with 糖心视频 General Terms of Reference for Equity Committees, equity committees are not responsible for receiving reports of discrimination, harassment or sexualized violence.
If you have experienced any of these concerns, or would like information about support or reporting options, the following 糖心视频 resources can help:
- Equity & Human Rights (EQHR)
- Discrimination and Harassment
- Sexualized Violence Resource Office
- Centre for Accessible Learning
- Student Wellness Centre
- Campus Security
For an emergency or immediate threat to safety, call 911.
Department documents
Mathematics and statistics EDI initiatives at 糖心视频
University plans and policies
Plans
Policies
- Policy on Human Rights, Equity and Fairness (GV0200)
- Discrimination and Harassment Prevention and Response Policy (GV0205)
- Sexualized Violence Prevention and Response Policy (GV0245)
- Academic Accommodation Policy (AC1205)
Additional 糖心视频 resources
- Equity Lens ABCs
- Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement and First Peoples House
- International Centre for Students
EDI resources in mathematics and statistics
The following links provide information about mathematical and statistical communities, recurring programs and conferences, awards and funding, and other EDI-related resources. To suggest an addition or update to these lists, please send an e-mail to the MSCED Chair.