Office for Inclusive Excellence
The mission of the Office for Inclusive Excellence (OIE) is to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where all students are empowered to explore, learn, and grow beyond borders. We are committed to advocating for and educating individuals, creating a space where cultural exploration thrives, and every student feels a strong sense of belonging. Through collaboration, understanding, and respect for all backgrounds, we aim to cultivate an environment that not only celebrates difference but also nurtures the potential of every student to lead and succeed in an interconnected world.
OIE is established in an understanding of diversity that welcomes people of all abilities, ages, ethnicities, genders, nationalities, races, religions, spiritual traditions, socio-economic classes, and sexual orientations. OIE consists of the Jump Start first-year student transition program, campus-wide diversity programming, International Student Services, Women’s Center, Pride Center and the Veterans Center.
Our goal is to practice inclusive excellence so that it is implemented and accomplished consistently throughout the institution.
The Office for Inclusive Excellence:
- Provides mentoring and coaching designed to offer social support, leadership development, encourage self-efficacy, and connect students to the University community
- Creates opportunities for all students to explore and celebrate cultures and identities in a safe and supportive atmosphere
- Gives voice to the needs of students while teaching them to be positive advocates for change