Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Student Affairs

Support, belonging, and advocacy—one hub.

The Division of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Student Affairs is here to help every Bulldog thrive. Whether you’re looking for community, campus resources, learning opportunities, or support navigating a challenge, start with DEISA to find the right office and the next step.

College is more than classes—it’s an experience.

On average, students spend about 10% of time in the classroom. We help you navigate the other 90%. From where you’ll live and eat, to clubs and service, to advocacy and wellness—DEISA provides you with everything you need to show up fully and be your best Bulldog.

Connecting Students

Find the people, places, and experiences that help you build community and make Butler feel like home.

Student Life

Find the people, places, and programs that make campus feel like home—whether you’re new to Butler or just ready to get more involved.

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Housing & Dining

Get the essentials for living on campus: residence life info, timelines, policies, and dining options that fit your needs and routines.

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Cultivating Belonging

Explore spaces, programs, and learning opportunities designed to foster connection, inclusion, identity, and understanding.

Student Involvement & Volunteering

Make your Butler experience yours: join organizations, lead, serve, and find meaningful ways to contribute on campus and in the community.

Get Involved

Efroymson Diversity Center

A welcoming space for community-building, student support, identity-based engagement, and learning—centered on belonging and thriving.

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The Compass Center

Support for meaning, purpose, and spiritual life—connecting faith/spiritual/secular communities and encouraging interfaith learning across difference.

Explore the Compass Center

Hub on Black Affairs & Community Engagement

An intersectional space dedicated to social and racial justice, intellectual life, and connection between Butler and Central Indiana.

Explore the Hub

DEI Learning Resources

Curated foundational and advanced resources to support learning, reflection, and meaningful action across identities and experiences.

Browse Learning Resources

Championing Well-being

Access resources that support your physical, emotional, social, and overall well-being throughout your Butler experience.

BU|BeWell

Explore Butler’s holistic well-being framework and the eight dimensions that help Bulldogs grow, connect, and thrive inside and outside the classroom.

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Student Well-Being

Support for mind, body, and balance—health promotion, counseling resources, prevention education, and wellness programming.

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Office of the Dean of Students

In the Office of the Dean of Students, we seek to support growth and well-being through the development of personal and community responsibility.

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Health Services

Access on-campus medical care, health education, immunization support, and guidance to help you stay healthy throughout your Butler experience.

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Counseling & Consultation Services

Find counseling, crisis support, consultations, and mental health resources designed to support your personal well-being and academic success.

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Recreation & Wellness

Stay active, connect with others, and support your well-being through fitness, aquatics, intramural and club sports, and recreational programs.

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Student Support

Find guidance, advocacy, accommodations, and practical assistance when you need help navigating a challenge.

Office of Institutional Equity

Resources, reporting options, and prevention/education related to sexual misconduct and Title IX—plus information for employees and the broader community.

Reporting & Resources

Student Disability Services

One-on-one support and coordination to ensure individualized, equitable access to learning environments, programs, and campus life.

Request Accommodations

Office of Student Advocacy

Get support navigating difficult personal, academic, or financial circumstances and connect with the campus resources that can help.

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Butler Food Pantry

Access free food and basic-needs support through a welcoming campus resource available to Butler students.

Visit the Butler Food Pantry

About DEISA

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Student Affairs brings together the people, programs, and resources that help students feel supported, connected, and able to thrive at Butler. From belonging and advocacy to student well-being and campus engagement, DEISA works across the student experience to connect Bulldogs with the support they need.

Learn More About DEISA