Membership Overview - Diversity Councils

Council members are appointed by The University of Arizona President for one to two year terms.  Members are chosen based on dimensions including, but not limited to: qualifications and expertise required to achieve Council goals, leadership in key community organizations, representation of a diverse-cross section of the Southern Arizona community (e.g., employment sector, industry, etc).

Membership in each of the Community Diversity Advisory Councils will not exceed 20 appointees.
Council member responsibilities include:

  • Advising the President and his leadership team about issues from respective communities.
  • Serving as a sounding board for the President on key issues involving the community.
  • Sharing upcoming UA programs, events, and other information with community and constituency groups.
  • Informing the Special Advisor to the President for Diversity and Inclusion about important community events that could benefit from a University presence.
  • Acting as a think tank and source of information and insight.
  • Learning about the UA through reading provided materials, attending orientation sessions, etc.
  • Consistently attending Advisory Council meetings.  The frequency of Council meetings is determined by the Council Chair(s) in consultation with the Special Advisor to the President for Diversity and Inclusion.
  • Actively participating in meetings and work groups.
  • Engaging in electronic discussions and reviewing e-mails.


For additional detail about the role and responsibilities of Council membership please contact the Special Advisor to the President for Diversity and Inclusion or Advisory Council Chair.