Welcome to the Office for Equity and Diversity

The University of Utah is deeply committed to enhancing the success of diverse faculty, students, and staff, as part of our broader goal to enrich the educational experiences and success of all members of our University community. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive University enriches the educational experiences of all students, and enhances our excellence as a world-class institution for 21st Century learners. The office for Equity and Diversity is proud to lead the University’s efforts to support the success and achievement of faculty, students, and staff who self-identify as African American, Latina/o or Chicana/o, Asian American, Pacific Islander, American Indian, members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning community, and women in underrepresented fields. More...

Octavio Villalpando, Ph.D.
Associate Vice President for Equity and Diversity

U of U Hosts National Critical Race Studies Conference



Positions available with the Office for Equity & Diversity

View the Summer 2010 Newsletter

U of U scholar works to better integrate Utah’s new Americans


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Campus News

Juneteenth Freedom & Heritage Festival

June 18 – 20, 2010

Interns Wanted at the UMFA

June 11, 2010

Local PFLAG scholarship - LGBTQA

May 24, 2010

Upcoming Events


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