Promote access, opportunity and diversity

University Priority

Building a Stronger Community

Building a community of people from different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints makes universities better and improves society.

Undergraduate Admissions

Attracting and welcoming the brightest students is key to building our dynamic community. Our undergraduate admissions process invites applicants who reflect a broad range of experiences.

Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance

Northwestern is committed to providing learning, teaching and working conditions free from discrimination and harassment. The Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance ensures that all classifications protected by law related to admissions, employment, housing, educational programs and activities are upheld.

Meet Some of Our People

Diversity, equity and inclusion are not mere words but part of our campus culture.

Faculty, staff and students promote an environment of acceptance, understanding and mutual respect.

Charla Wilson

Wilson is the inaugural Curator for the Black Experience, collecting and preserving materials that tell the history of the University’s Black students, faculty, staff and alumni.

Myrna Garcia

Garcia, an associate professor of instruction in the Latina and Latino Studies program, is Faculty-in-Residence at Allison Hall, where she hosts enriching activities for residents.

Tabitha Wiggins

Tabitha Wiggins, Assistant Vice President for Campus Inclusion and Community, brings over a decade of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Highlights

Learn about Northwestern’s efforts to advance diversity, equity and inclusion.

Attracting and supporting all students

Northwestern employs a variety of strategies that support our commitment to welcoming students from all walks of life.

Recognizing faculty who nurture diversity

The Daniel I. Linzer Award for Faculty Excellence in Diversity and Equity celebrates exemplary individuals or groups who work collaboratively to build a more diverse, inclusive and equitable climate at Northwestern.

Encouraging thoughtful teaching and learning

Northwestern’s Principles of Inclusive Teaching are a set of pedagogical guidelines and materials to help instructors serve the needs of all students, regardless of their backgrounds or identities.