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.
Latinx Hispanic
Heritage Month
The Intercultural Center and the Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS) invite you to observe this year’s Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15, 2024.
We encourage you to participate in the various activities featured on this year’s event calendar.
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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September 11, 2024 | 8:00am
Wait ChapelThe Office of the Chaplain is sponsoring "Moments of Remembrance," during which we invite the Wake Forest community to pause and reflect on the events of 9/11. The carillon will chime at these respective times: 9:37 AM – Pentagon; 9:58 AM – South Tower Collapse; 10:03 AM – … -
September 11, 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 … -
September 11, 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 …
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The Office of Diversity and Inclusion invites faculty and staff to join us for the fall Affinity Experience on September 25th at 9:00 a.m.
See the link in our bio to register.
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is excited to offer more workshops in the Realizing Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity Core Certificate Series.
To receive the certificate, participants must complete six core workshops. After completing Workshop 1: Foundations of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, workshops can be taken in any order.
For the fall, only in-person workshops are being offered. Any remaining workshops that aren`t offered this fall will be provided in the spring.
See the link in our bio to register.
Welcome home, Deacs!
Our Identity Community Event is happening now at Manchester Plaza. Come connect with our Affinity Resource Groups and ODI Centers. We’ll be here until 5:00. See you there!!
Juneteenth is both a day to celebrate freedom and to solemnly reflect on the experiences of enslaved individuals throughout our nation’s history.
As a result, African American families commemorate the day by spending time with family and friends, engaging in community activities, and honoring its significance.
We would like to extend our warmest wishes to those who observe Juneteenth. May you enjoy the holiday with your loved ones.
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is excited to announce the addition of several Foundations of DEI Workshop opportunities to get a jump start on the Realizing Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Core Certificate series.
The official certificate launch is in the fall; however, participants can get started now by taking the first and only required Workshop: Foundations of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Register via the link in our bio and share with anyone who may be interested in completing the certificate.
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Wake Forest community mourn the loss of Bob Grant, a 2011 inductee into the Wake Forest Sports Hall of Fame. In 1964, Grant was one of three Black players to join the Demon Deacons football program, which made Wake Forest University the first major Division I institution in the South to welcome Black student-athletes.
In 2021, Wake Forest University recognized the trailblazing efforts of Grant and his teammate Kenneth "Butch" Henry by creating the Robert Grant & Kenneth "Butch" Henry Trailblazer Award. This prestigious honor was established to acknowledge the importance of the first Black football players at Wake Forest University and the historical role that Wake Forest Athletics played in integrating Division I sports in the South.
Here is a detailed description that was collectively written and released by the members of the Trailblazer Committee three years ago:
"Being the first Black football players took courage to take to the field on behalf of their teammates and the Wake Forest community, despite the risks. It took deep faith to believe that their teammates, the coaching staff, and the Wake Forest community would offer steady support during critical times. As Transformational leaders, it took trust in their abilities, talents, and tremendous fortitude to persevere, which would set trails, often not traveled, ablaze, lighting the way and leaving paths of success for all of the athletes yet to come in the South. Hence, this award celebrates Wake Forest student-athletes, alumni, staff, and community members who have blazed trails in the areas of diversity, inclusion, equity, and other important social issues that better the lives of others in the Pro Humanitate tradition that is the central spirit of Wake Forest University."
We extend our deepest sympathy to Bob`s family for his invaluable contribution to Wake Forest University.
