The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies used to hire faculty and staff at UT Rio Grande Valley: 'We can explore how our pedagogies can challenge inequities'
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), under the UT System, has started hiring faculty and staff based upon diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) standards. The UTRGV Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED) functions as a “neutral fact finder” that administers the university’s equity policies and services, according to the UTRGV website. This includes guidance and training, adhering to the University Affirmative Action Plan and dealing with complaints.