The Student Learning Center stands in solidarity with the community of Minneapolis and all whose lives have been impacted by state sanctioned violence, in Minnesota and across the United States.
In light of the harm and loss of life in Minnesota as well other less visible but equally important crises occurring across the US and globally, the SLC reaffirms our commitment to social justice and all of the following:
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Serving all students with rigor and integrity, regardless of their ability, ethnicity, citizenship status, gender, political views, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation;
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Honoring and respecting the humanity of all people, regardless of their ability, ethnicity, citizenship status, gender, political views, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation;
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Condemning all acts of violence, hate crimes, and hate speech--especially against historically excluded communities;
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Challenging ourselves and one another to engage in conversations with whom we may disagree or differ, in hope of uniting against bigotry, prejudice, and discrimination of all people;
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Standing in solidarity with students and members of all historically excluded communities;
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Providing a productive space for students and for ourselves to realize our collective power, greatness, and ability to impact positive change in the world;
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Modeling courage by speaking up and acting against any injustice, threatening acts, or human rights violations;
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Supporting efforts to heal and improve our country during this divisive and highly charged political climate and;
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Remaining committed and vigilant in order to support students in their efforts to Seek Knowledge, Locate Passion, & Change the World.
