Diversity and Inclusion
People make Community, but Community supports People
WashU is home to thousands of diverse individuals. People who look like you and think like you and people who do neither. All these people make the WashU community and WashU works to support each individual. Learn more about resources central to your identity.
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LGBTQIA+ Resources
There are many resources at WashU that exist to create space for you to navigate your identities, question openly and be your authentic self.
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Campus Accessibility Maps
See specific building accessibility information, such as the locations of accessible entrances, restrooms, elevators and power assist doors.
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Everyone’s Welcome Campaign
The Everyone’s Welcome Campaign is a fund created by students to incentivize collaboration between student groups.
Featured Department
The Center for Diversity and Inclusion was created to acknowledge that everyone is a unique individual with amazing potential, varied interests and talents yet to be discovered. In an atmosphere of welcoming inclusivity, CDI invites you to discover yourself.
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Center for Diversity and Inclusion
You be you: CDI has the tools, resources and staff to help you explore who you are and who you want to be.
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for graduate and professional students
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Health Information for Graduate Students
Graduate and professional students, learn how to use the medical and counseling and psychological services at Habif Health and Wellness Center.
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The Graduate Center
The Graduate Center offers dedicated spaces, programming, resources and more for graduate and professional students at WashU.
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LGBTQIA+ Resources for Graduate Students
Involvement opportunities and campus resources targeted to the needs of LGBTQIA+ graduate and professional students.
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Gender-Inclusive Restrooms
See gender-inclusive restroom locations on the Danforth Campus on both main campus and residential areas.
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Get to Know Your Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Dr. Mark Kamimura-Jiménez.
We are eager to officially introduce and welcome our new Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Dr. Mark Kamimura-Jiménez (he/him/his) who oversees CDI, OISS, and the Office for Religious, Spiritual and Ethical Life here at WashU.
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Graduate and Professional Student Advisory Council to the CDI
The CDI Graduate and Professional Student Advisory Council advises the CDI on the needs and concerns of graduate and professional students.
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Health Care and Insurance for International Students
Read the guide to health insurance in the U.S. for international students during their time at WashU.
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Immigration and Refugee Crisis Self-Study Guide
Educational self-study guide of videos, publications, WashU courses and additional resources to enhance inclusive communities and conversations.
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Immigration and Visa Updates
OISS provides the latest USCIS updates affecting WashU's international students and scholars.
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Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers
An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a tax processing number issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
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Interfaith Fellows
The Interfaith Fellows program offers students a chance to develop interfaith leadership skills.
Associated Departments
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Center for Diversity and Inclusion
Our work enhances and strengthens Washington University’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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Campus Life
Campus Life empowers students to discover and define themselves and their communities through advising, programs and resources.
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Residential Life
We seek to provide a safe environment that encourages learning and personal growth in an inclusive community that empowers and challenges our residents.