Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,
I am heartbroken and upset by the news out of Atlanta this week and the continued acts of violence and discrimination across our nation against individuals of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander decent. Incidents like this have become too common in our society. Our shared responsibility, one that upholds the mission of the University of Minnesota Duluth, is to understand, educate, and dismantle the mechanisms by which racism continues throughout our communities.
Please read this statement from the UMD Office of Diversity and Inclusion and join me in committing ourselves to using our energy, passion, and care for our fellow human beings to end this abhorrent cycle of violence and discrimination.
This particular incident is weighing heavily on our Asian American community, especially in light of the increase in racism during the pandemic. For all who are affected by violence and discrimination, I want you to remember you are not alone. UMD has many resources to help you navigate through such challenges. They include:
Please read this statement from the UMD Office of Diversity and Inclusion and join me in committing ourselves to using our energy, passion, and care for our fellow human beings to end this abhorrent cycle of violence and discrimination.
This particular incident is weighing heavily on our Asian American community, especially in light of the increase in racism during the pandemic. For all who are affected by violence and discrimination, I want you to remember you are not alone. UMD has many resources to help you navigate through such challenges. They include:
- Student Counseling Services
- Office of Diversity and Inclusion
- Faculty and Staff Mental Health Resources
- Opportunities for Supporting Students During the Derek Chauvin Trial
- Twin Cities Office for Equity and Diversity
As always, if you experience or witness any incidents that undermine and damage a safe, respectful, and diverse campus environment, please report the situation.
Please continue to stay healthy, safe, and well.
Sincerely,
Lendley C. Black
Chancellor
Please continue to stay healthy, safe, and well.
Sincerely,
Lendley C. Black
Chancellor
