William Ames, ESM Information Technologist Specialist, has been appointed as an affiliate member of the President's Commission on Racial/Ethnic Diversity. The commission was appointed in 1989 by Penn State President Bryce Jordan as a University-wide advisory body to the president of Penn State in matters relating to racial and ethnic diversity. The commission is dedicated to enhancing the University's climate for diversity at all its locations in the Commonwealth. CORED's activities focus on advancing A Framework to Foster Diversity at Penn State: 1998-2003, Penn State's diversity strategic plan. In May 2001, CORED received an enhanced mandate under this plan.The commission acts on issues raised by the Office of the President, the Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity, commission members, and members of the Penn State community.