Diversity-related University Policies
- Non-discrimination Notice
- Freedom of Expression
- Chosen Identity Markers
- Gender-based and Domestic Violence and the Workplace
Campus Resources
Reporting Discrimination
To report discrimination, please contact the Bias Response Team and/or Office of Equity and Compliance. You may wish to review to the University's Non-Discrimination Notice.
Reporting Sexual Misconduct
To report sexual misconduct, please contact the Office of Equity and Compliance. Additionally, sexual violence support and advocacy services are available on campus
Request Religious Accommodations
Students and instructors should visit the Absences due to Religious Observance page on the Registrar's Office website for information on religious accommodations related to class attendance.
Employees who need reasonable religious accommodation should make the request directly to their supervisor. Employees are expected to provide sufficient notice so supervisors can implement the accommodation.
Supervisors should, whenever possible, accommodate their employees. If a supervisor has denied your request for religious accommodation, or you are uncomfortable making such a request to your supervisor, please contact Human Resources to discuss your needs.
Request Disability Accommodations
Students should contact Disability Access & Inclusion Student Services (DAISS) to request disability accommodations.
Employees should contact Human Resources to request disability accommodations, per the University’s Policy and Procedure to Request a Reasonable Accommodation for Employees.
Access Gender-inclusive Restrooms
Restrooms at the UAlbany may be used by any person regardless of gender identity or expression.
View a list of single stall, gender-inclusive bathrooms and showers on campus.
Harassment, intimidation and violence will not be tolerated in UAlbany. If you experience such treatment while attempting to use any of our facilities, please report it immediately to the Office of Equity and Compliance at [email protected] or 518-442-3800.
Access Other Campus Resources & Support
Mental Health
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
- Middle Earth Hotline for Peer Assistance
- Supplemental Support Services
Gender & Sexuality
Veterans & Military-Connected Students
Faculty & Staff Support
Emergencies
Educational Resources
These resources provide best practices for inclusive instruction, particularly while teaching remotely.
- Inclusive Excellence: Appalachian State University offers insight into “humanizing” online instruction.
- Identifying and Responding to Bias Incidents: This general audience website focuses on identifying and responding to bias incidents, offering 10 tips for identifying bias and seven tips for responding to bias.
Additional Information
UAlbany Campus Land Acknowledgement
Read the UAlbany Campus Land Acknowledgement.
Use of the "Indian Quad" Name
In March 2021, following a thoughtful review by the University's Indian Quad Work Group, the University Council voted to change the name of Indian Quad to Indigenous Quad, with additional changes forthcoming to other campus locations that also use the term "Indian." Learn more about the Indigenous Quad decision.
Use of "Indian Pond" and "Indian Pond Lane" Names
On May 5, 2023, the University Council approved a resolution changing the names of Indian Pond and Indian Pond Lane on campus to Parker Ponder and Parker Pond Lane respectively in honor of the three members of the Parker family who were among the first nine Indigenous students to enroll at UAlbany, then known as the New York State Normal School, around 1850.
More information about the Parkers and their connection to UAlbany can be found in the University Council resolution renaming Indian Pond and Indian Pond Lane.