We aspire to be a learning organization that collaboratively curates, shares, and applies research-informed knowledge and community-based experiences to improve our institutional performance,
adapt to changes, and build a brighter future.
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Our Learning Opportunities
Equity Leads Community of Practice
Colleagues who lead the work of removing barriers to excellence and opportunity in schools, colleges and administrative units, meet quarterly to share information and experiences. They explore similar problems as well as opportunities, and develop new knowledge for the benefit of the UO community. Contact: Kelly Pembleton
National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity
Our institutional membership in NCFDD provides UO faculty, postdocs and graduate students with mentoring, professional development and supportive networks beyond our campus.
Rehearsals for Life
We offer storytelling workshops and opportunities for Ducks to use theatrical skills to address real-world issues. This enhances critical thinking, encourages collaboration and fosters communication skills. Read more about these Experiential Learning programs, on our Intertwined blog or follow Rehearsals for Life on Instagram. Contact: Abigail Leeder
Retaining Talented Faculty and Staff
In partnership with the Office of the Provost, we share retention-ready practices and resources to support the retention of UO’s most valuable assets—its people. Contact: Yvette Alex-Assensoh
Search Advocacy Program
We offer professional development and tools for faculty and staff to support search committees with inclusive search processes. Contact: Charlotte Moats-Gallagher
University of Oregon African American Workshop & Lecture Series
In partnership with the Office of the President, this lecture series connects national and global thought leaders with our UO community for the purpose of enhancing teaching, learning, social impact, research and creative activity. Contact: Tracy Bars
L.A.C.E. leverages the power of love, authenticity, courage, and empathy to inspire mutual care, excellence and impact in our teaching, learning, and leading. Access LACE resources for the classroom here.
Contact: Yvette Alex-Assensoh
We introduce cutting-edge professional development opportunities that are eventually incorporated into broader university systems.
Rehearsals for Life offers opportunities for growth through role playing. We also encourage participation in professional development opportunities offered by campus partners including training for Digital Accessibility, and community partnerships with the Islamic Network Group and Project Shema who hold workshops on implicit bias and antisemitism. Contact: Abigail Leeder
Understanding Antisemitism with Project Shema
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | 12–1:30 p.m.
Understanding Antisemitism with Project Shema provides a grounding in the history and modern expressions of antisemitism, including how anti-Jewish ideas surface in current conversations about Israel and Palestine. With anti-Jewish hate crimes at record levels in the U.S., this session helps participants build nuanced understanding, strengthen their ability to identify harm, and respond with empathy and clarity when bias arises.
Register for Understanding Antisemitism with Project Shema
Recognizing and Addressing Islamophobia, Anti-Arab, and Anti-Palestinian Bias on Campus with Islamic Networks Group
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 12–1:30 p.m.
Recognizing and Addressing Islamophobia, Anti-Arab, and Anti-Palestinian Bias on Campus with the Intercultural Networks Group offers insight into the identities and lived experiences of Muslim, Arab, andPalestinian community members. As anti-Muslim incidents continue to rise nationally, this workshop equips participants to recognize common tropes and everyday forms of bias, and to take practical, informed action to foster belonging and counter harmful narratives.
Register for Recognizing and Addressing Islamophobia, Anti-Arab, and Anti-Palestinian Bias on Campus
Debrief Session: Understanding, Recognizing, and Addressing Antisemitism and Islamophobia
Tuesday, November 24, 2026 | 3–4 p.m.
Debrief Session: Understanding, Recognizing, and Addressing Antisemitism and Islamophobia provides space for reflection, dialogue, and shared learning. Together we will process insights from the workshops and explore concrete ways to create a more inclusive campus culture.
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The President's Diversity Advisory Community Council (PDACC) provides confidential guidance and makes recommendations that advance the mission of the University of Oregon. They meet with the President and other university leaders quarterly during the academic year and once during the summer. To learn more about PDACC, contact Ruth Huang.
PDACC Charter (abridged):
The Council is a service organization of the University of Oregon (UO) whose goal is to assist the President in carrying out the University’s mission (https://www.uoregon.edu/mission-statement) in ways that enhance student success, access, retention, achievement and opportunity for traditionally underrepresented and under-served groups. The Council shall have the following functions:
- to assist the President on specific projects as may be delegated to the Council from time to time, with a specific focus on accomplishing the priorities of Oregon Rising;
- to provide an informal and confidential forum for the President and members of the Council to engage in dialogue about urgent issues of the day, as well as to provide an opportunity for open discussion and recommendations on major UO questions and issues;
- to educate Council members concerning the mission, programs, accomplishments, needs and aspirations of the University of Oregon, and to assist in communicating and promoting them to the general public and to other specific constituencies as may be requested by the President;
- to help keep the President informed of the attitudes, opinions, concerns and expectations with respect to the University of Oregon;
- to advise and assist the President with respect to community engagement.