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.
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.
Our Names, Our Stories
Our Names, Our Stories is a common experience for all first-year students during Bear Beginnings.
Past Rabbi Ferdinand M. Isserman Lectures
Learn about the speakers and topics of past Isserman lectures.
Personal Safety
Campus safety is a responsibility and a priority shared by all of us in the university community.
Planning for U.S. Arrival
F-1 or J-1 international students are required to arrive at Washington University by the form I-20 or DS-2019 start date. This will allow you to participate in the mandatory new […]
Policy Updates: Use of Electronic Signatures and Transmission for the Form I-20
November 12, 2021 Written by: Lara Jennings, International Student & Scholar Advisor The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) released several emergency and temporary policy guidance to help schools and […]
Preferred Name Policy
Washington University in St. Louis recognizes that many students prefer to use names other than their legal ones to identify themselves.
Pronouns Information
An overview of pronoun usage, LGBTQIA terminology, and community resources.
Purchasing a Vehicle
The process of purchasing a car involves many decisions, procedures and paperwork that can be quite challenging.
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.