Office of Diversity and Equity Training
The Office of Diversity and Equity develops and coordinates with offices to create programs, trainings, and events to combat bigotry and other biases in all their forms and continues to recognize and build on the strengths offered by our multicultural, multiracial, and multigenerational campus.
Available Training
Sexual and Interpersonal Violence Prevention and Response Training
As part of New York State’s Enough is Enough statute, all New York State colleges must provide ongoing education and training about sexual misconduct to their students and employees. To be in full compliance with this law, CUNY implemented the Sexual and Interpersonal Violence Prevention and Response Course (SPARC). This training also includes domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, sexual harassment, gender-based harassment, and sexual violence. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
How to Access Training
To check your training requirements, log in to Brightspace, where you will see all courses assigned to you.
More Information For Students
In compliance with the Campus SaVE Act and New York State Education Law Section 129B (Enough Is Enough), CUNY requires all new and transfer students, club/organization officers, study abroad participants, student athletes, and residential life occupants to take the training. Student athletes must complete SPARC annually to be eligible to play.
Questions or Issues
- If you believe that you have already completed SPARC for the academic year but had a hold placed on your account, or if you need to complete SPARC but do not see it available on Blackboard, email Student Affairs.
- If you are experiencing technical issues and require assistance accessing or viewing SPARC, contact the Help Desk at 718.951.4357 or via email.
More Information For Employees
New York State law requires employees to complete this training annually. Employees can complete the training either online or via a live training.
Questions or Issues
- For questions about your registration or certificates of completion for this course, email the Office of Human Resource Services.
- If you have questions about the course content, email Michelle Mendez, Title IX coordinator.