Sacramento State

Sacramento State Athletics Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission Statement

To fulfill our mission, the Sacramento State Athletics believes in and is committed to providing an environment where individuals are honored, celebrated and welcomed from all backgrounds. Our belief is that this commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion among our student-athletes, coaches and administrators makes us stronger as a whole and ultimately more successful both in the classroom and our competition arenas. We do this in alignment with the greater campus community and in concert with Sacramento State's Antiracism and Inclusion Campus Plan. All individuals have access to equal opportunity and excellence in education and employment at Sacramento State. All University programs and activities are open and available to student, faculty and staff regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. To view Sacramento State's commitment to Equal Opportunity and Excellence please the Office for Equal Opportunity website.
 

Bias Reporting

Bias can be defined as "favoring of or against one person, group or thing compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair. Biases can be conscious or unconscious – explicit or implicit. In addition, bias can be institutionalized into policies, practices and structures."  The Clery Act defines a bias incident as an incident or act performed based on a negative opinion or attitude toward a group of persons based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and disability.
 
If you or someone from the Sacramento State campus community believes you have been a victim of a bias incident, you are encouraged to report it using the following tool:  https://cm.maxient.com/reporting.php?CSUSacramento.
 

Sexual Harassment/Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct Policy

Sacramento State Athletics fully endorses Sacramento State's Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct Policy and Procedures. We are committed to ensuring a safe and enjoyable setting for work and study. Sexual misconduct and other sex-based offenses are serious transgressions that violate fundamental rights and personal dignity. 
 
For more information, see the Sacramento State Notice of Non-Discrimination Based on Gender or Sex or contact the College's Title IX Coordinator (equalopportunity@csus.edu) or our athletics representative:
 
Pamm Zierfuss-Hubbard
Sr. Associate AD for DEI/Athletics Deputy Title IX Officer
p.hubbard@csus.edu

Title IX Office

Sacramento State is committed to ensuring a safe and enjoyable setting for work and study. Sexual misconduct and other sex-based offenses are serious transgressions that violate the fundamental rights and personal dignity.  Title IX is a federal law that requires educational institutions receiving funds to address discrimination and harassment based upon gender or sexual orientation. This law factors into Sacramento State's policies on investigating and providing resources for anyone who has experienced sexual exploitation, sexual misconduct (including sexual battery and rape), dating or domestic violence and stalking.
 
The Title IX Office's "We Care. We Will Help" website is a valuable resource that provides additional information, support services and resources.
 
If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual or gender-based harassment, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, dating or domestic violence or stalking, please reach out to the Title IX office for guidance and support.
 
Location and Contact Information
Title IX Office
Del Norte Hall 2005
Phone:  (916) 278-5770
Email:  equalopportunity@csus.edu

LGBTQIA+ Resources

Sacramento State Athletics partners with the PRIDE Center to create and maintain an athletic department that is open, safe and supportive of student diversity in the areas of sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LGBTQIA+ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer/Questioning, Intersex and Asexual/Aromatic/Agender. Gender and sexuality are fluid and if you do not find yourself represented in the terms listed, the + is for you. The PRIDE Center provides students looking for a connection to campus with programs and events, access to resources on campus and in the community, a welcoming hangout space and opportunities for education about LGBTQIA+ communities and the intersections of many identities and experiences.
 
Location and Contact Information
The PRIDE Center
University Union, First Floor
Phone: (916) 278-3940
Email:  pride@csus.edu

Transgender Inclusion Policy

Sacramento State remains committed to all transgender student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA Transgender Policy located here:  https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2022/1/27/transgender-participation-policy.aspx  For more information regarding the transgender inclusion policy and other areas of inclusion, please contact one of the following individuals:
 
Pamm Zierfuss-Hubbard                                               
Sr. Associate AD for DEI/SWA                                      
Athletics Diversity and Inclusion Designee             
p.hubbard@csus.edu

Tina Tubbs, MS, ATC
 Associate AD for Health, Wellness and Performance
 tubbs@csus.edu

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Sacramento State Athletics firmly supports the university's Non-Discrimination Policy.  Sacramento State is committed to providing an environment that does not discriminate on the basis of gender, which includes sex and gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation in its education programs and activities.
 
Partnerships:
The Division of Inclusive Excellence is responsible for ensuring that Sacramento State's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is both embedded throughout our University and communicated to the larger Sacramento community. Sacramento State Athletics works collaboratively with the Division of Inclusive Excellence in multiple ways to ensure that we are providing an environment where our student-athletes can be successful while being their authentic selves. The Division of Inclusive Excellence is comprised of four offices: the Office of the Vice President, Office for Cultural Transformation (who conducts cultural assessments), Office for Disability Justice (who provide education and guidance on disability-related issues) and Office for Equal Opportunity (who addresses issues of discrimination, harassment or retaliation).