Frequently Asked Questions
University of Baltimore Student Life
- What does diversity mean at UB?
Diversity at UB is defined as differences based on race, class, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, political affiliation and national origin. The goal of the Diversity Education and Programs Office is not to make everyone the same, but to promote recognition and appreciation of the different cultural threads that make up the UB campus community.
- What services are provided by the Diversity Education and Programs Office?
- Program initiatives and services include: Cultural Awareness Programming: Hispanic Heritage Month, Native American Heritage Month, African-American History Month, Disability Awareness Month, AIDS Awareness Month, Gay & Lesbian Pride Month, Women's History Month.
- Diversity Training for students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
- Holidays Around the World Celebration
- Monthly campus e-mails which focus on diversity and cultural events in the Baltimore area
- Cultural Outings
- What resources are available at the Diversity Education and Programs Office?
The Diversity Education and Programs Office offers a variety of videos, DVDs, books, training materials, and magazines. These materials are available for use by all students, faculty, and staff at UB.
- How do I check out materials?
You may visit the Diversity Education and Programs Office in AC 121. Resources may be checked out for up to three days.
