EAPS Statement on Anti-Asian Racism and Violence
On behalf of the EAPS department and the EAPS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee,
While racism and discrimination against individuals of Asian heritage is by no means new, over the past year we have witnessed an alarming escalation in bigotry and xenophobia directed at Asians, Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders. Here in EAPS we condemn all violent and racist actions perpetrated against these members of our community. Individuals of Asian descent are valued and important members of the EAPS community and we offer our unequivocal support to you in these difficult times.
If you have experienced or witnessed a xenophobic incident, please immediately report the incident to the departmental ombudspeople, the department head, and the Office of Institutional Equity. We encourage the faculty to ask their group members if they have access to the support they need and provide space for discussing this topic if desired.
In accordance with Purdue policies, all persons have equal access to Purdue University’s educational programs, services, and activities, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or status as a veteran. See Purdue’s Nondiscrimination Policy Statement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact the Office of the Vice President for Ethics and Compliance at vpec@purdue.edu or 765-494-5830.