About Diversity

The Diversity Committee of the Graduate School of Social Work is dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment for all students, faculty, and staff. Diversity awareness is a core value that prepares our students for effective and culturally-sensitive practices when working with diverse populations. Human needs, rights, issues, and solutions are intertwined with culture.

Since 2006, the GSSW has engaged in a continuous process of planning, implementing, and evaluating initiatives aimed at building a community that welcomes and supports persons with diverse identities.

Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to participate in our diversity initiative events:

• Speaker series
• Trainings
• Retreats
• Discussion groups

Diversity Initiative Focus Areas