“This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity.”
Offers a clear statement of “open to all” to confirm no one is excluded. The unit establishes and documents a consistent process for selection that is not based on protected class.
“This event is open to all first-generation students, with a goal of learning about the first-generation student experience.”
Combines open-to-all language with a specific goal of learning about the experiences of first-generation students, a group not defined by protected class.
“Open to all students, the Opportunities in STEM Program is committed to broadening and enhancing access for all students, including women and people of color, who wish to pursue careers in engineering and computer science.”
The name highlights the goal of access in the context of a program that is open to all. In addition to general marketing, the program actively recruits women and persons of color to apply but does not use race as either eligibility or selection criteria. Because communications about the goal and the group are inclusive of all, the reference to sex and race in the description is not exclusionary.
“The Prism Fellowship recognizes that diverse perspectives are essential for advancing knowledge and creating a more equitable world. It is open to all graduate students whose research critically engages with issues of race, ethnicity, indigeneity, power, and social justice, with a particular emphasis on amplifying BIPOC voices and experiences.”
The name is non-specific and inclusive, and the purpose highlights the importance of differing perspectives within a focused area of scholarship. Though the research topic emphasizes BIPOC voices, graduate students of any race are invited to apply. The fellowship is committed to inclusivity and a review of past recipients confirms the fellowship’s broad reach.
“Bridges: A Space for Jewish Connection and Understanding” is open to all and aims to create a “welcoming and inclusive space for Jewish students and others interested in fostering community, deepening understanding of Jewish culture and traditions, and building bridges of respect and solidarity across diverse backgrounds.”
The name and communications accurately describe the goal. The reference to shared ancestry is not exclusionary because the description of the goal references engagement with others. The group develops norms for participation that promote respectful interaction and dialogue.
“The Asian Pacific Islanders Employee Affinity Group’s mission is to foster a sense of community in the workplace where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued, and where API voices are amplified and contribute to the institution’s success. We welcome employees of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and identities who are interested in learning about API culture and supporting API employees.”
Though the name references a specific protected class identity, the prominent mention of the mission that focuses on inclusivity and the explicit welcome to all employees help demonstrate that the group is open to all. API employees and those who support them attend meetings regularly to connect, build relationships, and enjoy cultural celebrations.