Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Decker College

Diversity statement

Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences strives to foster an inclusive community that embraces diversity and values all perspectives and contributions. The college adheres to and supports the Inclusive Campus strategic priority of Binghamton University’s Road Map plan.

A message from Sharon Bryant, associate dean of DEI at Decker College

Dean Mario R. Ortiz speaks out against racism

Decker College Dean Mario R. Ortiz took part in an American Association of Colleges of Nursing video in November 2020, discussing what academic nursing needs to do to address racism and advance equitable change. 

If you have a DEI-related concern

If you have a DEI-related concern or have experienced/witnessed an act of hate, bias, discrimination or harassment at Decker College: 

  1. Contact Sharon Bryant, associate dean of diversity, equity and inclusion at Decker College, at sbryant@binghamton.edu.
  2. If you don’t feel comfortable discussing the issue with Decker College, contact Binghamton University’s affirmative action officer at 607-777-4775 or submit a Bias Incident Report