Athletics Diversity & Inclusion Committee
Athletics Diversity & Inclusion Committee (ADIC)
Formed in 2020, Montana’s Athletics Diversity & Inclusion Committee (ADIC) was created to increase cultural competency by educating ourselves, our peers and our community.
Its mission statement reads: The Athletics Diversity & Inclusion Committee will combat racial injustice, systemic racism and all forms of inequality within the athletic department and our broader community. Our work will foster open and honest dialogue through education, activism, self and departmental disruption, and listening with empathy and respect.
The inaugural committee, which featured athletics director Kent Haslam as well as 10 student-athletes, five coaches and five staff members – nominated and appointed by their peers and colleagues – took several action steps during its first year. Its initiatives from the first year included pushing for voter registration among all eligible student-athletes, coaches and administrators; creating patches that were worn by all student-athletes on their uniforms or other apparel; creating and distributing bracelets to increase awareness and show allyship; hosting several open forums for the entire athletics department to listen, learn and share stories and experiences; and conducting a survey that went out to all student-athletes and staff members to better learn the department’s strengths and shortcomings regarding diversity and inclusion.
In addition to ADIC, there are several resources on campus for students and student-athletes alike:
Formed in 2020, Montana’s Athletics Diversity & Inclusion Committee (ADIC) was created to increase cultural competency by educating ourselves, our peers and our community.
Its mission statement reads: The Athletics Diversity & Inclusion Committee will combat racial injustice, systemic racism and all forms of inequality within the athletic department and our broader community. Our work will foster open and honest dialogue through education, activism, self and departmental disruption, and listening with empathy and respect.
The inaugural committee, which featured athletics director Kent Haslam as well as 10 student-athletes, five coaches and five staff members – nominated and appointed by their peers and colleagues – took several action steps during its first year. Its initiatives from the first year included pushing for voter registration among all eligible student-athletes, coaches and administrators; creating patches that were worn by all student-athletes on their uniforms or other apparel; creating and distributing bracelets to increase awareness and show allyship; hosting several open forums for the entire athletics department to listen, learn and share stories and experiences; and conducting a survey that went out to all student-athletes and staff members to better learn the department’s strengths and shortcomings regarding diversity and inclusion.
In addition to ADIC, there are several resources on campus for students and student-athletes alike:
| Club Name | Mission/Purpose | Phone | Location | |
| Pacific Islanders Club | The purpose of the Pacific Islanders Club is to enrich, promote, educate and celebrate our different Pacific Islander cultures. | uofmpic@mso.umt.edu | (406) 243-2636 |
Branch Center, UC 211 |
| Black Student Union | The Black Student Union is a club that is committed to establishing an educational community that is intellectually, cultural, and socially diverse. | nonnymax@gmail.com | Branch Center, UC 205 | |
| Latinx Student Union | We are a student group that works to enhance the Latinx experience at UM, advocate for Latinx students and faculty, and create a safe space for Latinx students, faculty, and community members to enjoy Latinx Culture. | val.miranda@mso.umt.edu | Branch Center, UC 209A | |
| Women’s Resource Center | We are a student-run, consensus based organization dedicated to raising awareness of women’s and gender issues. We provide a current list of organizations and professionals that serve and assist women in Western Montana, as well as a safe place to meet people interested in discussing and actively responding to pertinent issues in our community. Our mission is to actively represent 21st century feminism as a dynamic discipline concerned with all issues of gender and inequality. We are serious about advancing our agenda of tolerance, education and equality, but we love to have fun while we do it. | umt.wrc@gmail.com | (406) 243-4153 (351) 201- 6564 |
Branch Center, UC 210 Monday-Friday, at variable hours |
| Lambda (LGBTQ+ Center) | Lambda aims to create an accepting, supportive, and engaging space for people of all sexualities and gender identities. Lambda hosts activities geared towards community interaction and enjoyment. | umlambda@gmail.com |
Branch Center, UC 209 Monday-Friday, hours vary | |
| American Indian Student Services | We are here to ensure American Indian and Alaska Native students have a positive experience while attending the University of Montana. Our staff strives to ensure we provide a welcoming and inviting environment for all of our students. We believe we can be your home away from home! We support students in their transition, achievement, and success here at UM by providing support services and programs such as academic workshops, cultural activities, testing supplies, and peer mentorship. Stop by our office and say hello and learn more about how we can help you. | aiss@umontana.edu | (406) 243-6306 | Payne Family NAC Office 113 |
| China Table Club |
The China Table club aims to foster a sense of community between students studying Chinese, students of Chinese descent, and students visiting from China at the University of Montana. This club is a way for all of these students to connect, share knowledge and experiences, and grow a network of citizens informed about Chinese culture and current events. We hope to do this by creating meetings where students can try different Chinese foods, activities, and test their Chinese speaking skills. These examples include MoonCakes, Mahjong, scroll painting, Chinese movie night, and conversation with Chinese speaking students and professors. | emaly.kimm@umontana.edu | (952) 388-3836 |
