Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Your college years are truly a time to learn about the world around you – to observe and ask questions; to meet other people whose thoughts, ideals and opinions may vary widely from your own, and to learn to respect and appreciate them.
The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) is dedicated to supporting all students by providing programming and other campus-wide initiatives that promote a greater understanding among people of different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
Campus Resources
ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ College is committed to providing a broad range of programs and to establishing policies that encourage and promote inclusion across campus.
Diversity Central
With monthly events during the academic year, the Diversity Central series offers lectures and panel discussions that focus on the importance of diversity and equity for the campus community and external audiences.
BIPOC Lounge
Located in Reilly Hall, a place where students can relax and socialize.
BIPOC Student Receptions
Hosted at the start of each semester.
Heritage Month Events
Events and activities celebrating Black History, Women’s History, Asian American and Pacific Islander History, LGBTQ+ Pride, Hispanic Heritage, and more.
Legacy Celebration
Recognizing the academic achievements and accomplishments of BIPOC students and students from marginalized groups and their resilience in overcoming institutional and systemic barriers, which may have prevented their parents and forebears from getting a college education.
Restorative Justice Academy
A full-day conference offered annually to deepen your understanding of restorative practices, building community and responding to harm within your community.
Students of Color Retreat
Meals, transportation, and activities provided.
Get Inclusive
An online, self-paced module focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace.
Coffee Gatherings, Discussions, Screenings, and Workshops
Hosted throughout the year in partnership with various campus offices.
Land Acknowledgment Statement
Honoring the Onondaga Nation
Organizers are asked to read the following before all in-person or virtual ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ College events: We honor the Onondaga Nation, the original people on whose land ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ College stands.
The ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ College Oath of Diversity and Inclusion
To recognize and respect the diverse and multifaceted backgrounds of all individuals regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, age, class, citizenship, marital status, nationality, socioeconomic status, religion, physical, and mental ability.
To recognize and respect the diverse and multifaceted backgrounds of all individuals regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, age, class, citizenship, marital status, nationality, socioeconomic status, religion, physical, and mental ability.
To cultivate a socially just environment here at this institution; dedicated to create a safe space for our entire community.
To cultivate a socially just environment here at this institution; dedicated to create a safe space for our entire community.
To renounce the use of derogatory terms that are disrespectful to others, whether intended or unintended.
To renounce the use of derogatory terms that are disrespectful to others, whether intended or unintended.
To educate the community of counter-narratives that nullifies harmful stereotypes.
To educate the community of counter-narratives that nullifies harmful stereotypes.
To respectfully begin a dialogue regarding the multiculturally rich environment around us, here on campus.
To respectfully begin a dialogue regarding the multiculturally rich environment around us, here on campus.
To live this oath, in both my words and actions.
To live this oath, in both my words and actions.
Meet our Team
Barbara Maylone Karper
Associate Provost for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Nicole Adams ’02
Associate Director of Inclusion and Belonging
Keya Myers
Administrative Assistant, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging/HEOP & AHANA