Diversity Profile

Commitment to Equal Opportunity:

Armstrong State University is an equal employmentopportunity / affirmative action institution. In accordance with the policy of the Board of Regents, the university stipulates that there shall be no discrimination based upon race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, age, or handicap of employees in their appointment, promotion, retention, remuneration, or any other condition of employment.

"As a government contractor, Armstrong State University is also committed to taking affirmative action to hire and advance minorities and women as well as qualified individuals with disabilities and covered veterans..."

View the rest of President's Bleicken's statment on equal opportunity and affirmative action here.

Contact Info:

Human Resources Office

Burnett Hall 160

11935 Abercorn Street

Savannah, Georgia 31419

912.344.2587

Fax 912.344.3455

Commitment to Diversity:

Strengthened by Diversity

Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative-Action Institution committed to cultural, racial, and multi-ethnic communities and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. It is expected that successful candidates share in this commitment. Persons sho need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources.

Diversity Resources:

Office of Multicultural Affairs - The Armstrong State University Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) provides the opportunity and resources for the betterment and development of our student body. OMA supports students’ social and intellectual growth as well as civic engagement though community service and cultural competency though programming.

We strive to accomplish these things through working in conjunction with various University Departments within the Division of Student Affairs, recognized student organizations, and University Departments campus-wide in an effort to provide quality interactive programming. Programs are inclusive of diversity and social justice awareness events, cultural heritage month celebrations, and global programming. The nucleus of our programming efforts target diversity, cultural competence, academic stimulation, and service to the Greater Metropolis of Savannah.

Safe Space - Safe Space is a campus-wide initiative offering a visible message of inclusion, acceptance, and support to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people in the university community.

Men of Vision & Excellence (M.O.V.E.) - Men Of Vision and Excellence (M.O.V.E.) is a multifaceted support program for African-American males entering Armstrong as first year, full-time, college freshman. The goal of M.O.V.E. is to enhance retention, progression, and graduation by creating a culture of academic support and success.

Organizations/clubs/social networks:

There are various types of organizations in which you can be involved:

Community:

Savannah

Savannah's beauty is rivaled only by its hospitality. Whether you tour the oak-lined squares in the historic district, shop on Broughton Street or join festivities on River Street, you will quickly understand why more than 50 million guests visited Savannah last year. To get the full sense of all that Savannah has to offer, visit www.savannahvisit.com or www.savannah.com/ .