University Forces Professors To Have Inclusive, Sheltered Classrooms

Sounds like “woke” Liberals are trying to set “safe space” standards in the classroom. The University of Maryland is forcing teachers to amend their syllabuses to include a statement basically saying their classrooms are safe spaces free of controversy. They wouldn’t want students to discuss anything of substance…

Here’s an excerpt from an email informing teachers of what the University wants included in every syllabus.

“Diversity Inclusion and Belonging in the School of Public Policy

Commitment to an Inclusive Classroom

It is my intent, as well as the stated policy of the School, that students from all backgrounds and perspectives will be well-served by this course. The diversity the students bring to this class will be seen and treated as a resource, strength and benefit. Materials, discussions, and activities will respect all forms of diversity. All students are expected to promote this aim through their words, actions, and suggestions. If something is said or done in this course, either by myself, students, or guests, that is troubling or causes offense, please let me know right away. The impact of what happens in this course is important and deserving of attention. If you ever do not feel comfortable discussing the issue directly with me, I encourage you to bring the issue to an advisor, administrator or the School of Public Policy Equity Officer.

Pronouns and Self Identification

We invite you, if you wish, to tell us how you want to be referred to, both in terms of your name and your pronouns (she/her, he/him, they/them, etc.). The pronouns someone indicates are not necessarily indicative of their gender identity. Visit trans.umd.edu to learn more.

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that we are gathered on the stolen land of the Piscataway Conoy people and were founded upon the erasures and exploitation of many non-European peoples. You can find more information about the Piscataway Conoy Tribe at http://www.piscatawayconoytribe.com. For more information about the University of Maryland’s project for a richer understanding of generations of racialized trauma rooted in the institution visit https://go.umd.edu/SNW.

Suggested placements: We suggest this statement should be placed just prior to or after the learning outcomes in the syllabus as well as prominent within your ELMS site. Faculty should vocally review these statements within class as well.”

Can we home school college now? This is just ridiculous. How is anyone going to teach history class? That would be like a minefield of things liberals and SJW will surely get butt hurt over. Are they just going to glaze over slavery and anything else that happened in the past. Are they going to just pretend like the Holocaust never happened? Can’t wait to see how the winners that graduate from this university turn out

Every land was taken from someone else at some point in our history. The victors were just usually far less merciful. I would feel sorry for anyone that goes to this school. I imagine this will be a very watered down education.

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