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Skip to content Diversity & Inclusion Back Close Menu Search for: Search Framework Framework Message from the Chancellor Message from the Vice Provost Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement and Institutional Diversity Academy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Center for Diversity Data Commission on Best Practices and Advisory Groups Human Resources Staff Diversity Office of Military and Veteran Services School of Medicine Diversity Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Bias Policies Faculty and Staff Benefits Resources Initiatives Initiatives Signature Scholarships and Fellowships Academic Pipeline Programs Distinguished Visiting Scholars Leadership Development Grants Event Accommodations Fund Chancellor’s Graduate Fellows Alumni Initiative Training Get Involved Get Involved Diversity Groups Event Calendar Annual Events Academics Fostering a welcoming culture We are committed to ensuring that WashU is a community where everyone is valued and respected. By working collaboratively, we will create a better, stronger university that is a leader in educating students to live and work in an increasingly diverse world. Framework for Change Because we want our values to be woven into the fabric of our university, we are establishing an infrastructure to support and cultivate a stronger climate of diversity and inclusion at WashU. Confronting bias The Bias Response Support System is part of our commitment to address incidents of bias in our community. Charting progress Understanding the data and makeup of our community today helps us work toward a more inclusive campus. Planning an inclusive future We are establishing best practices, creating foundational policies, and investing expert thought in improving inclusion. A campus accessible to all From physical resources to support services, we welcome everyone to the WashU community. Learn more about our framework Signature Initiatives We are investing in initiatives and programs that empower our community members to drive changes that will ensure WashU is more welcoming to all. See all of our initiatives Diversifying Our Faculty Through initiatives like our Distinguished Visiting Scholars program, we are building a more diverse community of educators, researchers and leaders at WashU. See all our signature initiatives. Berg wins National Jewish Book Award Feb 03 Nancy E. Berg, professor of Hebrew language and literature has won a National Jewish Book Award for best anthology for the 2018 book “What We Talk About When We Talk About Hebrew (and What It Means to Amer­i­cans).” Day of Dialogue & Action Feb 03 Please mark your calendar for the 2020 Day of Discovery, Dialogue & Action, which will take place on Tuesday, February 18, at the Medical Campus, and February 19, at the Danforth Campus. See all announcements As a community committed to the relentless pursuit of excellence, we must be a diverse community. We must also be a community where all people feel represented, valued and included as equal members. Andrew D. Martin Chancellor Andrew D. Martin Increasing Understanding In order to prepare our students to live and work in an increasingly diverse world, the WashU community is learning together through a robust training program of workshops and dialogues designed to improve the campus culture and climate. 49 Departments and groups trained by SafeZones to promote more secure environments for LBGTQIA* students. 60 % School of Medicine departments that have completed all diversity and inclusion training sessions. Learn about diversity training opportunities Jesse Herman “We all know through the news that veterans face many barriers to success like PTSD and substance abuse, but they also bring a lot of strengths that we value on a college campus, such as the ability to work as a team and to persevere.” Read the story Get Involved Don’t be a bystander. Share perspectives, learn about underlying issues, find information about events and activities, and, most of all, engage. Find opportunities for involvement Diwali Celebrations Diwali, the Hindu “Festival of Lights” has been celebrated at WashU for more than 25 years. Ashoka, the South Asian Student Association, each year presents a major show that celebrates a fusion of South Asian cultures. Lunar New Year Festival Lunar New Year Festival (LNYF) fundraises for a philanthropy and hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Their centerpiece is a student-run production staged in commemoration and celebration of the Lunar New Year. Feb 06 Memory/Race/Nation: The Politics of Modern Memorials 12:00 PM Feb 07 Truths and Reckonings: The Art of Transformative Racial Justice Feb 07 2020 Olin Africa Business Forum Feb 08 Truths and Reckonings: The Art of Transformative Racial Justice See More Events Academics & Research Universities create knowledge and solve problems, and the best ideas and boldest innovation come from groups of people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Learn more about academics Wilkins and Martin win grant to explore religious values and public virtue Climate scientist Konecky named Packard Fellow Office of Faculty Advancement and Institutional Diversity Campus Box 1233 One Brookings Dr., St. Louis, MO 63130 314-935-6685 diversity@wustl.edu University Resources Office of the Provost Insider's Guide to WashU (PDF) Danforth Campus Gender-Inclusive Restroom Map (PDF) Medical Campus Gender-Inclusive Restroom Map (PDF) Danforth Campus Accessibility Maps ©2020 Washington University in St. Louis...