Community and Outreach

Our mission is to

Establish and foster a welcoming and supportive community for our students, faculty, and staff
Recruit and graduate a high-quality student body through fair and impartial practices
Recruit and retain outstanding faculty and staff dedicated to excellence and service in the spirit of Ut Prosim

By joining the AOE department, all students, staff, faculty, and other members of the AOE community commit to conducting themselves in a professional manner that is welcoming and respectful to all participants and free from any form of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. We expect every individual in AOE to support a collegial and fair culture leading to a productive experience for everyone.

Members of the AOE community are expected to uphold the principles of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) by fostering a respectful and supportive environment. Members should avoid abusive, disruptive, or harassing behavior of any kind, including inappropriate or intimidating conduct, unwelcome jokes or comments, unwanted attention, or other forms of disrespect. Members should not discriminate against others on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status.

As a member of the AOE community, it is crucial to actively contribute to a welcoming and supportive environment. If you feel you can safely and respectfully intervene in a situation where inappropriate behavior is observed, you may do so while being considerate of all parties present.

For further information, visit the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education.