Welcome to the Bias Response Group Website
| "Skidmore defines a bias incident as an act of bigotry, harassment, or intimidation involving a member of the Skidmore community that a reasonable person would conclude is directed at a member or group within the Skidmore community based on race, color, ethnicity, nationality, economic background, age, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or religious practice. A bias incident can occur whether the act is intentional or unintentional. Speech or expression that is consistent with the principles of academic freedom does not constitute a bias incident." |
The Bias Response Group grows out of Skidmore's determination to foster a safe and inclusive climate on campus. We are charged with keeping our campus free from discrimination and harassment by:
- Creating community responsibility and involvement
- Building an environment of mutual respect through education and dialogue
- Fostering an understanding of bias and its effects
- Responding to bias incidents and hate crimes on campus
We remind all members of our community that it is our collective responsibility to make Skidmore a place where all people and points of view are truly respected.