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OFFICE OF
Social Equity
Dear Clarion University family
and friends,
I am so very proud of our
university community’s
outstanding work to advance
Clarion’s commitment to
diversity, equity and
inclusion. For example, click
on the links below to learn
about our efforts toward
ensuring that Clarion University is a place that
does not tolerate bullying. I am happy that we have
joined the national Day 1 effort to end bullying in
places where we learn and work!
In addition, you will find out about other ways we are
advancing inclusion and civility at Clarion University.
Our new Preferred First Names Policy is an important
example of how we work to create a place that
respects the person first. Since Clarion University is
a place of learning and growth, we are committed
to the success of our employees through their
professional development, including new online
diversity training.
I am also proud that lactation rooms for nursing
mothers have been designated on both Clarion (110
Gemmell) and Venango (224 Montgomery) campuses.
Together, we are making Clarion University a great
place to live learn and work for everyone.
Go Eagles!
Karen M. Whitney, President
“
“
I think it’s incredibly hard for people to talk
about sexual assault and violence, and being
able to be a voice for it is what V-Day does.
NATALIA NARANJO
SPRING 2017
SPOTLIGHT
NEWSLETTER
on EQUALITY:
NATALIA NARANJO
Norristown
Sociology major with a double minor in women
and gender studies and political science;
President, V-Day Project
I first got involved with V-Day my freshman year of college
and slowly worked my way up to become president. I knew
I wanted to work with a feminist organization, because I
stand by everything they stand for, giving a voice to those
without one. I think it’s incredibly hard for people to talk
about sexual assault and violence, and being able to be a
voice for it is what V-Day does.
I never saw myself as a leader until I was put in the position
to be one. I learned how to organize events, people and
details, and, most importantly, I learned how to talk about
subjects that no one ever wants to talk about. Being able to
organize and put on events that allow people to talk about
their experiences with domestic violence, sexual assault,
rape culture and gender-related issues has allowed me
to see the growth in myself.
When I look back on what I’ve done during my time with
V-Day, I’d like to say we’ve created a safe space for people
to talk about their experiences, mainly as women, but also
as anyone who has been a survivor of assault or any sort
of violence.
210 CARRIER
814-393-2109
PRESIDENTIAL COMMISSIONS’
activities
THE PRESIDENTIAL COMMISSION ON
SEXUAL HARASSMENT is committed to
increasing the awareness of all forms of
sex-based harassment, identifying and
promoting resources, and promoting
on and off campus programming that
tackles these issues. Our commission
produces a brochure related to reporting of sexual harassment and what
resources are available in Clarion and
Venango counties. We also partner
with It’s On Us and look forward to new
partnerships with other commissions
and organizations.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Provided a liaison
to local public
schools to
help facilitate
courageous
conversations
on tough issues;
Safe Zones were
enacted in a local
school district.
•
Supported the Visiting
Writers/Spoken Arts
Series featuring Robin Becker.
CONTACT:
Matt Shaffer, mshaffer@clarion.edu
Elsa Wise, ewise@clarion.edu
•
Supported ALLIES in the
survey for gender neutral restrooms.
•
Co-chairs served on the Gender
Neutral Bathroom Committee and
the Preferred First Names Policy
and Procedures Committee; there
are now several gender neutral
restrooms on campus; Preferred
First Names Policy and Procedure
was enacted in Fall 2016.
Accomplishments:
•
Increased awareness and educated
through marketing.
•
Partnered with other commissions,
departments and RSOs to educate
the campus community about all
forms of sexual harassment.
•
•
Worked with Social Equity and
the Title IX Work Group to review
updates to policies and procedures
related to sex based harassment.
Identified groups within the campus community that could benefit
from targeted education to reduce
instances of sexual harassment.
The mission of the PRESIDENTIAL
COMMISSION ON LGBT+ CONCERNS
is to ensure and strengthen a visible,
safe, equitable, inclusive and welcoming
community for students and employees
of all sexual orientations, gender
identities and gender expressions at
Clarion University through education,
advocacy, assessment, community
engagement and activism.
CONTACT:
Ron Radaker, rradaker@clarion.edu
Dana Bearer, dbearer@clarion.edu
•
Provided Safe Zone trainings once
per academic years since 2011.
•
Will have an inaugural Lavender
Graduation ceremony in spring
THE PRESIDENTIAL COMMISSION
ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN is
dedicated to the improvement of
Clarion University women, regardless
of age, race, class, ethnicity, disabilities,
and/or sexual orientation. Established
in 1983 as a subcommittee of the
Affirmative Action Committee, the
group achieved commission status
in 1989 by state mandate. The establishment of the commission responded
to the need for an organization
dedicated to equity for women, as well
as a philosophy of social, political, and
economic equality.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Cosponsored PPRI’s Parenting
Forum
•
Cosponsored film screening of
“A Quiet Inquistion” and lecture
•
Sponsored student to attend
summer institute at Pennsylvania
Center for Women and Politics at
Chatham University
CONTACT:
Dr. Kathleen McIntyre, kmcintyre@
clarion.edu
YooJin Ha, yha@clarion.edu
The mission of THE PRESIDENTIAL
COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES is to
increase awareness of disability issues,
to identify areas of concern and
possible solutions, and to serve as an
advocate for the disability community
in order that all persons, regardless
of disability, have the opportunity to
participate in and benefit from the
university programs, services, and
activities.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Brought Canine Companions for
Independence to teach about
service dogs
CONTACT:
Erin Lewis, elewis@clarion.edu
Lynne Fleisher at lfleisher@clarion.edu
RON RADAKER,
champion of equity
Ron Radaker is director of Clarion’s Student Success
Center. He has provided over 16 years of service to Clarion
University in various roles, always demonstrating the values
of diversity, civility, equity and inclusion.
He has been a member of the Presidential Commission on
LGBT+ Concerns since its inception in 2009. He assisted in
the development of its mission, policy and structure.
Ron opened the Social Equity Roundtable with the theme
of Building Communities of Inclusion and Empowerment by
reminding attendees of the devastating effects of anti-LGBT
harassment and bullying. He served as a panelist member
for the Celebration of Our Core Values: Equity, Diversity &
Civility for the Office of Social Equity. He has presented
at the National Health Education Centers Conference and
Pennsylvania Association of Education of Young Children.
He has been a leading force behind the university–wide
Safe Zone Training.
Ron’s passion and enthusiasm for diversity, civility
and equity has led him to become members of various
committees, such as the Presidential Commission on
Sexual Harassment, the Diversity Committee-Foundations
of Excellence, the Preferred First Names Committee, the
Frank L. Session Scholarship Committee, Dean Advisory
Council Venango College, Perkins Participatory Committee,
and is an executive board member for SAFE. He served as
advisor to the Venango Allies Club for four years.
“Ron’s knowledge and expertise are impressive, but what I
find more important is his love and concern for those in our
community,” said Amy Salsgiver, interim director of social
equity. “His contributions in the areas of diversity, equity and
inclusion have been invaluable to Clarion’s journey.”
Every step of the way he has held true to the realization
that everyone is a minority of one. All people have value
and something to offer. Ron is a true leader in representing
diversity, civility and equity for the university and the
community at large.
Carolyn Hrach from Canine Companions
for Independence visited campus to discuss
safety animals, companion animals and
etiquette in dealings with these special animals.
Student Nathan Mathewson’s dog, Neptune,
shows how he helps with daily challenges.
It is the policy of Clarion University of Pennsylvania that there shall be equal opportunity in all of its educational programs, services, and benefits, and there shall be no discrimination with regard to
a student’s or prospective student’s gender, gender identity, race or color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, religion or creed, genetic information, affectional or
sexual orientation, veteran status, or other classifications that are protected under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, Clarion University of Pennsylvania, 103 Carrier Administration Building,
sfenske@clarion.edu or phone 814-393-2351, or the Director of Social Equity, 210 Carrier Administration Building 16214-1232; Email asalsgiver@clarion.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also
be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.
The Social Equity Newsletter is published periodically by the Office of Social Equity, Clarion University, 840 Wood Street, Clarion, PA 16214-1232. Articles within the publication reflect the philosophy
of the office and do not necessarily represent the official position of Clarion University.
Social Equity
Dear Clarion University family
and friends,
I am so very proud of our
university community’s
outstanding work to advance
Clarion’s commitment to
diversity, equity and
inclusion. For example, click
on the links below to learn
about our efforts toward
ensuring that Clarion University is a place that
does not tolerate bullying. I am happy that we have
joined the national Day 1 effort to end bullying in
places where we learn and work!
In addition, you will find out about other ways we are
advancing inclusion and civility at Clarion University.
Our new Preferred First Names Policy is an important
example of how we work to create a place that
respects the person first. Since Clarion University is
a place of learning and growth, we are committed
to the success of our employees through their
professional development, including new online
diversity training.
I am also proud that lactation rooms for nursing
mothers have been designated on both Clarion (110
Gemmell) and Venango (224 Montgomery) campuses.
Together, we are making Clarion University a great
place to live learn and work for everyone.
Go Eagles!
Karen M. Whitney, President
“
“
I think it’s incredibly hard for people to talk
about sexual assault and violence, and being
able to be a voice for it is what V-Day does.
NATALIA NARANJO
SPRING 2017
SPOTLIGHT
NEWSLETTER
on EQUALITY:
NATALIA NARANJO
Norristown
Sociology major with a double minor in women
and gender studies and political science;
President, V-Day Project
I first got involved with V-Day my freshman year of college
and slowly worked my way up to become president. I knew
I wanted to work with a feminist organization, because I
stand by everything they stand for, giving a voice to those
without one. I think it’s incredibly hard for people to talk
about sexual assault and violence, and being able to be a
voice for it is what V-Day does.
I never saw myself as a leader until I was put in the position
to be one. I learned how to organize events, people and
details, and, most importantly, I learned how to talk about
subjects that no one ever wants to talk about. Being able to
organize and put on events that allow people to talk about
their experiences with domestic violence, sexual assault,
rape culture and gender-related issues has allowed me
to see the growth in myself.
When I look back on what I’ve done during my time with
V-Day, I’d like to say we’ve created a safe space for people
to talk about their experiences, mainly as women, but also
as anyone who has been a survivor of assault or any sort
of violence.
210 CARRIER
814-393-2109
PRESIDENTIAL COMMISSIONS’
activities
THE PRESIDENTIAL COMMISSION ON
SEXUAL HARASSMENT is committed to
increasing the awareness of all forms of
sex-based harassment, identifying and
promoting resources, and promoting
on and off campus programming that
tackles these issues. Our commission
produces a brochure related to reporting of sexual harassment and what
resources are available in Clarion and
Venango counties. We also partner
with It’s On Us and look forward to new
partnerships with other commissions
and organizations.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Provided a liaison
to local public
schools to
help facilitate
courageous
conversations
on tough issues;
Safe Zones were
enacted in a local
school district.
•
Supported the Visiting
Writers/Spoken Arts
Series featuring Robin Becker.
CONTACT:
Matt Shaffer, mshaffer@clarion.edu
Elsa Wise, ewise@clarion.edu
•
Supported ALLIES in the
survey for gender neutral restrooms.
•
Co-chairs served on the Gender
Neutral Bathroom Committee and
the Preferred First Names Policy
and Procedures Committee; there
are now several gender neutral
restrooms on campus; Preferred
First Names Policy and Procedure
was enacted in Fall 2016.
Accomplishments:
•
Increased awareness and educated
through marketing.
•
Partnered with other commissions,
departments and RSOs to educate
the campus community about all
forms of sexual harassment.
•
•
Worked with Social Equity and
the Title IX Work Group to review
updates to policies and procedures
related to sex based harassment.
Identified groups within the campus community that could benefit
from targeted education to reduce
instances of sexual harassment.
The mission of the PRESIDENTIAL
COMMISSION ON LGBT+ CONCERNS
is to ensure and strengthen a visible,
safe, equitable, inclusive and welcoming
community for students and employees
of all sexual orientations, gender
identities and gender expressions at
Clarion University through education,
advocacy, assessment, community
engagement and activism.
CONTACT:
Ron Radaker, rradaker@clarion.edu
Dana Bearer, dbearer@clarion.edu
•
Provided Safe Zone trainings once
per academic years since 2011.
•
Will have an inaugural Lavender
Graduation ceremony in spring
THE PRESIDENTIAL COMMISSION
ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN is
dedicated to the improvement of
Clarion University women, regardless
of age, race, class, ethnicity, disabilities,
and/or sexual orientation. Established
in 1983 as a subcommittee of the
Affirmative Action Committee, the
group achieved commission status
in 1989 by state mandate. The establishment of the commission responded
to the need for an organization
dedicated to equity for women, as well
as a philosophy of social, political, and
economic equality.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Cosponsored PPRI’s Parenting
Forum
•
Cosponsored film screening of
“A Quiet Inquistion” and lecture
•
Sponsored student to attend
summer institute at Pennsylvania
Center for Women and Politics at
Chatham University
CONTACT:
Dr. Kathleen McIntyre, kmcintyre@
clarion.edu
YooJin Ha, yha@clarion.edu
The mission of THE PRESIDENTIAL
COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES is to
increase awareness of disability issues,
to identify areas of concern and
possible solutions, and to serve as an
advocate for the disability community
in order that all persons, regardless
of disability, have the opportunity to
participate in and benefit from the
university programs, services, and
activities.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Brought Canine Companions for
Independence to teach about
service dogs
CONTACT:
Erin Lewis, elewis@clarion.edu
Lynne Fleisher at lfleisher@clarion.edu
RON RADAKER,
champion of equity
Ron Radaker is director of Clarion’s Student Success
Center. He has provided over 16 years of service to Clarion
University in various roles, always demonstrating the values
of diversity, civility, equity and inclusion.
He has been a member of the Presidential Commission on
LGBT+ Concerns since its inception in 2009. He assisted in
the development of its mission, policy and structure.
Ron opened the Social Equity Roundtable with the theme
of Building Communities of Inclusion and Empowerment by
reminding attendees of the devastating effects of anti-LGBT
harassment and bullying. He served as a panelist member
for the Celebration of Our Core Values: Equity, Diversity &
Civility for the Office of Social Equity. He has presented
at the National Health Education Centers Conference and
Pennsylvania Association of Education of Young Children.
He has been a leading force behind the university–wide
Safe Zone Training.
Ron’s passion and enthusiasm for diversity, civility
and equity has led him to become members of various
committees, such as the Presidential Commission on
Sexual Harassment, the Diversity Committee-Foundations
of Excellence, the Preferred First Names Committee, the
Frank L. Session Scholarship Committee, Dean Advisory
Council Venango College, Perkins Participatory Committee,
and is an executive board member for SAFE. He served as
advisor to the Venango Allies Club for four years.
“Ron’s knowledge and expertise are impressive, but what I
find more important is his love and concern for those in our
community,” said Amy Salsgiver, interim director of social
equity. “His contributions in the areas of diversity, equity and
inclusion have been invaluable to Clarion’s journey.”
Every step of the way he has held true to the realization
that everyone is a minority of one. All people have value
and something to offer. Ron is a true leader in representing
diversity, civility and equity for the university and the
community at large.
Carolyn Hrach from Canine Companions
for Independence visited campus to discuss
safety animals, companion animals and
etiquette in dealings with these special animals.
Student Nathan Mathewson’s dog, Neptune,
shows how he helps with daily challenges.
It is the policy of Clarion University of Pennsylvania that there shall be equal opportunity in all of its educational programs, services, and benefits, and there shall be no discrimination with regard to
a student’s or prospective student’s gender, gender identity, race or color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, religion or creed, genetic information, affectional or
sexual orientation, veteran status, or other classifications that are protected under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, Clarion University of Pennsylvania, 103 Carrier Administration Building,
sfenske@clarion.edu or phone 814-393-2351, or the Director of Social Equity, 210 Carrier Administration Building 16214-1232; Email asalsgiver@clarion.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also
be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.
The Social Equity Newsletter is published periodically by the Office of Social Equity, Clarion University, 840 Wood Street, Clarion, PA 16214-1232. Articles within the publication reflect the philosophy
of the office and do not necessarily represent the official position of Clarion University.