About the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The timing for strategically addressing our DEI efforts couldn’t be more critical as the nation’s population continues to evolve—and the diverse identities who will attend and work at Butler are predicted to be even more diverse. Per the US Census Bureau report Demographic Turning Points for the US:  Population Projections for 2020-2060 – “beyond 2030, the U.S. population is projected to grow slowly, to age considerably, and to become more racially and ethnically diverse.” This will impact us across all institutional functions as we aim to ensure representation, belonging and engagement of the Butler community. 

Our focus on DEI amidst the changing national demographics, national debate, and efforts to undo DEI in education is mission-driven and will set us apart as an institution committed to DEI and preparing for the future of learners in higher education.

Be the Catalyst.  Be the Example.  Be the Resource.  Be the Change.

OUR WHY & OUR PEOPLE

These are the people and programs dedicated to actualizing our mission: to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university where everyone is valued, inspired, respected, and able to flourish.

The Compass Center

The Compass Center supports students, faculty, and staff—of all faith, spiritual, and secular identities—in living lives of purpose, meaning, and contribution through multifaith communities, interfaith engagement, meaning and purpose exploration, and spiritual life for well-being.

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Efroymson Diversity Center

The Efroymson Diversity Center serves as an entity and community to empower students, through identity engagement, to make meaningful impact throughout their Butler experience.

Explore the Efroymson Diversity Center

Hub for Black Affairs and Community Engagement

The Hub exists to center and elevate the collective Black voice and experience at Butler University; strives to lead the disruption and continued dismantling of systemic racism; and cultivates the collective Black strengths to build and maintain a more inclusive community.

Visit the Hub for Black Affairs

Office of Institutional Equity

The Office of Institutional Equity promotes and ensures fair and equal treatment for all individuals within the University community by preventing, responding to, and remedying issues related to bias, discrimination, harassment, and unequal treatment based on protected characteristics.

Learn more about OIE

Initiatives and Engagement

The DEI initiatives and engagement team is responsible for developing and executing large scale, campus-wide programs and activities which advance our DEI strategy including our DEI learning and development, inclusion, and community partnership initiatives.

Learn more about the DEI Innovation Fund

Student Disability Services

Student Disability Services facilitates equal access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities through direct support services, the provision of accommodations, campus-wide education, promotion of disability-awareness and Universal Design, and collaboration with all facets of the University to ensure an equitable and accessible campus experience.

Learn more about SDS