Goal 10

Anti-Discrimination Policies

Lynn University has anti-discrimination policies established at every level from admissions and hiring to employment and reporting. Additionally, the university has policies pertaining to sexual harassment, which follow Title IX directives to protect anyone from these incidents. Through these policies, the university ensures the safety and security of its community members regardless of race, gender, sex, disability, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic status.

ADA Policies and Services 

Lynn University abides by the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) regulations to ensure that its community members have access to protections and rights under the law. In doing so, the university provides a variety of services to eligible students and employees.

Student services 

Student services, in compliance with ADA law, include but are not limited to, the following:

• Academic accommodations, such as extended test time

• Housing accommodations, such as a private room

• Temporary injury accommodations

• Cafeteria accommodations

Moreover, Lynn University offers access to the Institute for Achievement and Learning, which helps students maximize their strengths and achieve their goals toward independent learning.

By instituting anti-discrimination policies across all levels and providing proper accommodations throughout a range of disabilities, Lynn University helps further target 10.3 of SDG10, which focuses on ensuring equal opportunity and reducing inequalities by eliminating discriminatory laws, policies, and practices while promoting appropriate legislations, policies, and actions.

Celebration of Nations

Every year, Lynn University celebrates its diversity through Celebration of Nations, a program designed to bring together the community to showcase and celebrate their differences. The initiative is led by the Center for Study Abroad in collaboration with other departments at the institution. Students, faculty, and staff celebrate their heritage, music, flags, and cultures. Food, music, and a parade of flags led by Lynn University students highlight the event.

Diversity Committee

Understanding its responsibility to ensure proper representation and equity across campus, Lynn University established an academic diversity committee, which remains active. The committee is charged with reviewing the academic curriculum to ensure that diverse and representative perspectives are part of student learning regardless of their fields of study.

First-Generation Student Celebrations

Lynn University began celebrating first-generation students in AY 22–23 and continues to do so with annual programming dedicated just to this student population. This event seeks to increase awareness about first-generation students and provide support and mentorship for them. Students, faculty, and staff engage in conversation about what it means to be a first-gen student and what are some of the hardships or challenges they face.

By encouraging, protecting, and celebrating diversity, Lynn University helps further target 10.2 of SDG10, which focuses on empowering and promoting the social, economic, and political inclusion of all.