MAITRIPA COLLEGE
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

Maitripa College values the principles of equal opportunity and diversity in relation to education and employment. In accordance with Buddhist principles and with Federal and State laws, the College does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. It admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. This policy applies to all programs and activities of the College, including, but not limited to, the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment policies, scholarships, or any other programs or activities administered by the College.

MAITRIPA COLLEGE'S ADMINISTRATIVE PHILOSOPHY

The Maitripa College administrative staff strives to operate in a spirit of sincere and committed service in relation to our students, faculty, and the larger community of the College. We are committed to developing and supporting the greater function of the College in a manner that emphasizes responsibility, integrity, and excellence.

In general, we cultivate a management style that encourages collaboration and creativity, with a focus on developing a culture of harmonious, open, and respectful partnership in the learning process between students, faculty, and staff.

In addition, we encourage an innovative and inquisitive spirit among our staff, and value humour, honesty, and a fair bit of courage among their qualities. Understanding that the commitment to serve Maitripa is, for many, more than just a job, we seek to be respectful of this service as an extension of spiritual practice, and support them however possible.

MAITRIPA COLLEGE'S ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

In recognition of our interdependent existence and with the wish to benefit sentient beings, Maitripa College has adopted the following plan to help us become more environmentally sustainable.

Building

Maitripa is based in the building shared with the FPMT International Office which has all the following environmental conditions in place:

  • The exterior walls have been thickened for extra insulation
  • The roof is super-insulated to conserve energy
  • Some windows have been replaced with thermopane windows, and gradually all windows will be replaced in this way
  • The elevator is turned off unless needed
  • The toilets are pressurized in order to use as little water as possible while complying with commercial standards
  • Office thermostats are set to reasonable levels, and are set in a way that reduces heat and cooling when the building is not being used
  • Bike racks were installed outside the building to encourage staff and students to travel in this manner

Energy and Lighting

  • Appliances are regularly maintained in order to keep them working at maximum efficiency
  • The goal is to use electricity supplied by renewal resources and to have regular energy audits to see how we can improve our energy consumption
  • 98% of light fixtures use high-efficiency bulbs and this will eventually be 100%
  • The restrooms use motion sensors that automatically shut off lights when they're not needed
  • All lights are turned off when leaving the building in the evening (with the exception of lights identified for security purposes), and natural light is utilized as much as possible
  • Computers are generally turned off at night to conserve energy

Recycling and Kitchen Usage

  • Maitripa ensures that as much recycling as possible is done and there are clearly marked and accessible recycling bins in the kitchen
  • Used toner and ink cartridges are recycled
  • Reusable dishes, silverware, and glasses are used in the kitchen except for large events when this is not possible
  • No toxic cleaning products are used
  • Filtered drinking water to reduce plastic bottled-water waste

Maitripa College | 1119 SE Market Street | Portland, Oregon USA 97214 | phone: 503-235-2477 | email: info@maitripa.org | fax: 503-231-6408