Anti-racism Resources
Art and Art History Statement on Diversity and Inclusive Excellence:
The Department of Art and Art History affirms the power of art to transform individuals and society. We are committed to the practice, production, critical and historical study of art within a liberal arts education that encourages experimentation and independence of thought.
Our faculty offers a rigorous curriculum that crosses disciplines and invites inquisitive, dedicated students with wide-ranging interests, encouraging creative investigation as an essential skill informed by the highest standards of critical thought. Our diverse faculty, students, and staff are committed to ongoing engagement with communities locally and globally.
In Solidarity with Black Lives Matter
The Department of Art & Art History at the University of Colorado Boulder stands in solidarity with Black Americans and the Black Lives Matter movement. We are infuriated by the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, David McAtee, Ahmaud Arbery, and countless others. We demand justice for the family of George Floyd and all families who have lost loved ones to racist police violence. We support the ongoing demonstrations, marches and rallies which are a cornerstone of our Constitution. We decry the ongoing brutality against peaceful protestors by law enforcement. Our commitment to the well-being and safety of our students is now greater than ever. Through these turbulent but necessary times, we are learning to listen.
- We vow to create an inclusive and accessible platform that will amplify historically silenced voices.
- We acknowledge that our education system is fraught with inherent biases. There is much unlearning to do. We vow to readily accept criticism for this reason.
- We will be self-critical and implement measures that ensure a safe, fair and equitable learning environment.
We accept our responsibility to vehemently oppose white supremacy and racism in all forms and commit to abolish the systemic racism found within academia and the arts. The recent demonstrations and protests across the country and world provide the opportunity for deep change to begin. Institutional and systemic racism across all sectors can no longer be tolerated. This moment is long overdue. There is much work to be done. As a first step, we will explore the following initiatives.
- Increase course offerings and access to course materials that highlight diverse perspectives and populations
- Develop scholarships for students of color
- Intercultural competency training for faculty, staff, and students
- Support student initiated activities that invite participation from Black American students and students of color
- Reimagine our visiting artists and scholar programs to focus on social justice and inclusion
- Actively participate in the recruitment and retention of Black American students and students of color
In the words of Martin Luther King, Jr., āThere comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe nor politic nor popular, but he must take it because his conscience tells him it is right.ā
Stop AAPI Hate
The Boulder Faculty Assembly Statement:
We, the Boulder Faculty Assembly Diversity Committee of the University of Colorado Boulder, believe that it is important for CU Boulder to reaffirm our commitment to diversity by ensuring the safety and security of all our students, faculty, staff, and communities. We deplore the anti-Asian racism and recent horrific events that were also denounced by the Chancellor. We include the Chancellorās statement on anti-Asian racism and discrimination that was published March 17, 2021 and We express public heartfelt support for the victims and their families and ask the university leadership to take the necessary steps to actively create and maintain an inclusive, welcoming, and safe place on our campus. In accordance with our commitments to Inclusive Excellence and CU Boulderās 2030 Strategic Goals, we must all act in support of the learning and growth of all students in our CU Boulder community.
- Professor Jennifer Ho, āTo be an Asian woman in America.āÅضÄ
- An essay by Sally Greene about her studentsā experiences with anti-Chinese/Anti-Asian racism
- Celebrate diversity meme
- is available through OIT in Canvas
- ā Responding to Anti-Asian Violence and Georgia Shootings
Campus support resources:
Reporting acts of discrimination:
Need to talk to someone? Tap into campus resources such as CAPS, FSAP and OVA:
Share your thoughts with the Office of Diversity, Equity and Community Engagement:
Explore anti-racism events, discussions and resources at CU Boulder:
- How to talk about what matters: Anti-Asian racism in the time of COVID
- Anti-Asian racism and COVID-19
- Anti-Asian discrimination amid pandemic spurs Jennifer Ho to action
- Unmask the Racism: CU students challenge anti-Asian racism through social media campaign
External resources:
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholarship
We believe that the arts have the power to transform individuals and to transform society.
Studying art promotes close looking, creative thinking, and problem-solving.
Educating students from all backgrounds is an incredibly effective way to help us change our world for the better.
Donating towards our scholarship fund, you will make a tremendous difference in someoneās life by giving them an education in the artsāand giving them the chance to change the world.