Let us Strive for a Collective Commitment to Equity
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion supports the University’s mission of creating a more diverse learning community. Developmental and proactive in its approach and reactive to the constant challenges to inclusion and equity in our community and our society, ODI organizes its efforts around offering compelling and representative programming, influencing and enhancing equitable policies, and elevating and informing inclusive practices.
These efforts promote a safe, growth-minded, and engaged campus community, wherein students, staff, and faculty – within and across multiple identities – can feel supported and valued in their academic, social, and professional endeavors. Ultimately, ODI recognizes that “diversity” is not enough, and “inclusion” is but a step towards the ultimate goal of sustaining “equity” for all members of our community.
Inventory of DEI Work at Wake Forest
We aim to highlight some of the university’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, though it is not a comprehensive summary.
Many efforts are made informally by students, staff, and faculty, often in response to pressing needs. As the University works to address inequities in access and opportunities, these initiatives strive to create a greater sense of belonging within the Wake Forest community.
Core Centers
Affiliate Centers
Our partnerships across campus help further the vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
ODI Educational Offerings
Professional development opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion are available to all Wake Forest students, staff, and faculty.
Register and learn more about our collection of signature programming.
Upcoming Events
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November 6, 2024 | 10:00am
Lam Museum of AnthropologyOrnate tools of war and visually striking regalia are some of the objects on display that demonstrate how masculinity is emphasized in traditional African politics. The exhibit also features many objects linked to the history of colonization, when European powers displaced the traditional systems of governance, and their own … -
November 6, 2024 | 10:00am
Lam Museum of AnthropologyDrums from Africa are so iconic that they are often used to represent musical traditions from across the continent. However, Africa is home to many fascinating instruments beyond drums. This exhibit presents a range of percussion and non-percussion instruments that showcase the diversity of African music. The exhibit highlights how … -
November 6, 2024 | 10:00am
Lam Museum of AnthropologyDía de Muertos is a festive time when families remember their dead and honor the continuity of life. The celebration has roots in both ancient pre-Hispanic celebrations and medieval Spanish Catholic practices and has evolved to feature a blend of elements from both traditions. The Lam Museum&…
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Join the Intercultural Center and various Campus Partners as we celebrate the 2024 Native American/Indigenous Heritage Month Calendar. Throughout November, these events will celebrate and highlight elements of Native American and Indigenous culture. We encourage everyone to attend events as their calendars allow.
Thank you to our campus partners who have contributed events to the calendar this month. We are grateful for your partnership and contribution.
May the Festival of Lights brighten up your life with happiness for a lifetime!
Happy Diwali to all who celebrate!
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The festival of lights signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. Rituals of lighting candles and other forms of light extend over a five-day period, with the primary celebrations on the first night.
To see a complete list of holy days observed by many students, staff, and faculty members in our community, see the link in our bio.
Staff and Faculty, please join us today or tomorrow in Benson (401) for the Campus Climate Forum.
In this interactive session, you will learn about the survey results and how we plan to leverage them to improve our campus climate. This is an opportunity for staff and faculty to provide input and feedback to support the University`s priority focus areas and review the project`s next steps.
We look forward to seeing you at the Forum!
See the link in our bio to rsvp.
Students, join us tomorrow, October 30, 2024, in Benson (401) for the Campus Climate Student Forum.
Be the first to learn about the University-wide campus climate survey results and how we plan to leverage them to improve our campus climate. This is an opportunity for students to provide input and feedback to support the University`s priority focus areas and review the project`s next steps.
We look forward to seeing you at the Forum!
See the link in our bio to register.
Betsy Barre, Assistant Provost and Executive Director in the Center for the Advancement of Teaching (@wfucat), has developed a timely webpage called "Teaching During the 2024 US Presidential Election" in collaboration with groups across academics and campus life.
The webpage offers thoughtful guidance for faculty on how to handle the wide range of challenges the election will bring to our students and faculty.
View this resource in our bio.
Please join us for our upcoming Foundations of DEI student workshops on October 24th or November 14th.
This workshop introduces participants to the terms and foundational concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), outlines the parameters and expectations for the certificate program, and provides a brief overview of the value DEI brings to the university.
Registeration link in bio.
Please join us for the upcoming Campus Memorialization Updates: Sharing Conceptual Themes sessions today, Tuesday, October 15th (3:00-5:00 p.m. – Benson 401) or tomorrow via Zoom.
During these sessions, the Baskervill design team will share conceptual themes for the Memorial. The memorial will remember and honor the humanity of the enslaved men, women, and children who worked for or were sold to benefit the University. Each presentation will start with an overview of the project, followed by a presentation of the conceptual themes Baskervill is proposing and a facilitated discussion.
Please consider attending one of the presentations mentioned above to learn more about the next phase of Campus Memorialization. Both events are open to students, staff, and faculty.
See the link in our bio to learn more.
Wishing all who celebrate a peaceful and blessed Yom Kippur and g`mar chatima tova.
The holiest day on the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur means "Day of Atonement" and refers to the annual observance of fasting, prayer, and repentance.
Absence from work or school is common. The link in our bio shows a complete list of holy days observed by many students, staff, and faculty in our community.
