Diversity Profile
Western New Mexico University has a comprehensive policy and firm belief in promoting equal employment opportunity for every employee and job applicant. We recruit and employ the best qualified individuals without regard to race, color, creed or religion, national origin, age (40 years and older), gender, physical or mental disability, serious medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law, except where there may be a bona fide occupational qualification. Equal opportunity at Western New Mexico University includes all actions such as compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, termination, layoffs, return from layoff, opportunity for training and development, education and for social and recreational programs.
The University has appointed an officer for Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Programs. The AA/EEO officer will report directly to the President of the University on AA/EEO matters and will be responsible for monitoring and reviewing the personnel actions and procedures to ensure that the Affirmative Action Programs and Equal Employment Opportunity policies and objectives are followed.
Affirmative Action Department contact number - (575) 538-6513
Affirmative Action Officer
Kelley Riddle
WNMU values Diversity – “We promote opportunities to expand our worldview through exposure, and greater understanding of all peoples, cultures, and lifestyles
- Learning with and from people whose backgrounds and assumptions are different from one's own
- Inclusion of diverse/multicultural traditions in the curriculum
- Creating a learning and work environment that values all employees
- Making diversity and inclusion a conscious part of how we run our business throughout the world
- Valuing each person for his or her distinctive skills, experiences and perspectives
- Working together to create a culture of inclusion built on trust, respect and dignity for all
- A diverse workforce and student body is an asset to our organization
- WNMU “values and respects these differences which include: Ethnicity, nationality, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, economic class, age and disability. We commit ourselves to promoting better understanding and appreciation of our human diversity toward the preservation of human dignity. This commitment can be realized only through the continuous effort of the entire community.”
- Fostering heritage and cultural development
- Believing that no part of the community is better than another
- Recognizing the worth of other people
- Showing others that you value and appreciate them through your actions and comments
- A diverse workforce creates more opportunities to understand and satisfy the needs of a diverse community of customers
- Employees stay motivated longer and offer greater productivity when they are treated with dignity and respect, as unique individuals
- The open, flexible and participative work environment most favorable for a diverse workforce also is most favorable for employee innovation
- A workplace that demonstrates interest in workers as people first, then employees, can attract and retain a higher-quality workforce
- A workplace where the talents and contributions of all employees are included, recognized and valued is needed for continuous quality improvement
- We embrace the diverse and historically rich community that generates our customer base
- We value inclusiveness and respect for one another.
- We believe that team work is critical, that each team member is important and we depend on each other to accomplish our mission.
The Office of Disability Support Services (DSS) provides services for students with disabilities are provided through the Disabilities Support Services office in the Juan Chacon Building, Suite 147. Some examples of the assistance provided are: audio materials for the blind or dyslexic, note takers, readers, audio recorders, and quiet testing areas are available to all WNMU students. In order to qualify for these services, documentation must be provided by certified health care professionals. DSS assists in creating an accessible university community where students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to fully participate in all aspects of the educational environment. We cooperate through partnerships with students, faculty, and staff to promote students' independence and to ensure recognition of their abilities, not disabilities.
The Office of Multicultural Affairs/Student Activities, in conjunction with the entire WNMU community, supports and encourages all students in achieving their educational goals. The Director of Multicultural Affairs/Student Activities is a liaison between the minority student and the university to facilitate communication, and programs and activities that enhance student life.
This office maintains active liaison with all student organizations and regional schools. Western New Mexico University understands and promotes the awareness of our diversity.
For a list of Clubs and Organizations of all types, click here.
Western New Mexico University has served the people of the state of New Mexico and its surrounding areas as a comprehensive, regional, rural, public coeducational university since 1893 and serves a student body diverse in age, culture, language and ethnic background.
The University setting in a historic southwestern community gives students the opportunity to learn about a diverse population and culture. On campus, students enjoy year round access to the WNMU Museum, which houses the world’s largest permanent collection of Mimbres pottery, and the Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporary Art where students experience visual and media exhibits by internationally-renowned artists.
What better place to earn a quality education than Silver City. With great weather and a scenic environment, students learn to take pleasure in the great outdoors while still enjoying the benefits and amenities of a small city.