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.
Disability in Education Self-Study Guide
Click on the links below to learn more about the role of disability in education. Topics include ableism, accessibility disability, and disability in school (social pressures, accommodations, etc.), confidence in […]
Disability Justice Self-Study Guide
Click on the links below to explore concepts of disability justice and accessibility. Topics include physical, cognitive, intellectual, and mental disabilities; accessibility, broadly defined; ableism in education; and intersections of […]
Diversity & Inclusion Events
There are many opportunities for meaningful engagement and dialogue at WashU. Explore the calendar of events related to diversity and inclusion.
Diversity & Inclusion Self-Study Guides
These guides can help you begin or continue your social justice education.
Diversity Dictionary
In order to best facilitate dialogue, it is important to share a common language of social justice terms.
Educational Inequality Self-Study Guide
Educational self-study guides of videos, publications, WashU courses and additional resources to enhance inclusive communities and conversations.
English Language Support for Academic and Professional Communication
Courses to help you enhance your English language skills for academic and professional communication are offered throughout the university.
English Placement Test Score Descriptions Through SP2019
The results of all English proficiency exams administered by the ELP are posted to the “Scores” section of a student’s internal record in SIS/WebSTAC.
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.