SUNY Geneseo prides itself on an inclusive and respectful community. However, this cooperation and acceptance requires a commitment on behalf of the entire student and staff population. The Stand Up and Take Action Initiative marks the dedication individuals at SUNY Geneseo to strive to build a civil and positive living environment.
The website, www.geneseo.edu/standup, offers students and staff the opportunity to pledge to not be a bystander. The safety of the campus relies on the ability of any individual to have the power to report both positive and negative incidents. On the left hand menu, students have the resources to bias-related incidents, hazing and harassment. In addition, students can find resources about bullying and assault prevention.
Have you ever seen those little yellow cards with the Emergency phone numbers on them? Those are given out each year as part of Geneseo’s Stand Up and Take Action Initiative. In particular, the F2F (Face to Face) Discussions are the kick-off event to ensure the Geneseo Community remains safe every year.
The F2F Discussions are the informal discussions for student leaders and new students to unite and discuss Geneseo’s values of community, diversity, and integrity. Bystander intervention was an important topic, and is extremely relevant in a college environment. Knowing the right thing to do is a great first step, but it means nothing if it is never done.
Are you committed to Stand Up and Take Action? Your name can be displayed, or you can take the pledge anonymously. Take the pledge now!
