Confers with the administration on general policies bearing on affirmative action and diversity for academic personnel and academic programs. Undertakes studies of general practices and policies of affirmative action and diversity and makes recommendations to appropriate Senate and administrative bodies. Reviews information on affirmative action and diversity provided by campus and system wide administrations and advises the Division and the administration accordingly. This information consists of data and analyses for women and ethnic minorities concerning utilization, salaries, advancement, and separation. Investigates measures to expand the role of the Division in making University education available to disadvantaged young people in the community. Assists and advises the campus community, including the administration and academic units, in conducting student diversity and affirmative action programs. Reports annually to the Division and the University Committee on Affirmative Action and Diversity on policies, practices, and the committee's actions and recommendations.