Yale statement regarding Endowment investment policy

For nearly 50 years, Yale University has considered various ethical investment issues related to its Endowment. From time to time, the University has adopted specific policies to address social and ethical issues, including through proxy voting guidelines and divestment policies.

The University recently adopted a policy regarding investment in assault weapon retailers, based on the recommendation of the Corporation Committee on Investor Responsibility and the work of the Advisory Committee on Investor Responsibility.