Campus Discourse: Fostering Belonging

Campus Discourse at Riverdale grew from a need to communicate how freedom of expression and open discourse fulfill the school’s mission of developing minds, building character, and creating community. For much of the school’s history, these principles were implicit in its practices. The Statement on Campus Discourse foregrounds the assumptions that are the foundation of Riverdale’s work, ensures that all members of the community understand and appreciate them, and provides a framework for engaging in constructive discourse that facilitates an equitable, diverse, and inclusive learning environment.