The Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion provides leadership and resources to support the University diversity, equity, and inclusion goals, as articulated in its Strategic Plan 2022-2027. The DDEI helps to coordinate the central diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and inform all parts of campus about opportunities happening across campus. The DDEI offices also assist efforts to recruit and retain faculty, staff, and students. The offices primary goals is to enhance a welcoming, respectful and inclusive campus environment for all.

The mission of the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion includes supporting the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the institution in with the the following:

• Providing leadership and resources to advance UI’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.

• Coordinating central diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

• Advancing recruitment and retention of faculty, students, and staff.

• Enhancing a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive climate for all.

• Connecting with community diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.