Hayes School of Music Diversity Statement
We recognize the importance of preparing our students to be music professionals in a diverse world and value diversity and inclusion in our curriculum, pedagogy, community, and interactions. We engage in reflection and intentional action that values, respects, supports, acknowledges, and advances the preparation of our students to be leaders who celebrate multiple approaches and points of view.
DEI Committee
- Chair: Melody Schwantes (music therapy)
- Vice-Chair: Nicholas Cline (composition)
Members:
- Ira Abrams (music industry studies)
- Jonathan Caison (academic advisor)
- Alexandra Dee (director of orchestral studies)
- Mary Gayle Greene McClune (voice faculty)
- Suzi Mills (music education)
- Laurie Semmes (ethnomusicology)
- Reeves Shulstad (musicology)
- Shane Watson (music library)
University Resources
- Library Guide: Music Diversity Resources
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Center for Judaic, Holocaust, and Peace Studies
- Mountaineer Food Hub and Free Store
- Multicultural Center
- Women’s Center
- Henderson Springs LGBT Center
Hayes School of Music Events
- Black History Month Concerts 2021, 2022
- Hispanic History Month Concerts 2021, 2022
- Future Performances
Hayes School of Music Resources