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Office of Equity and Inclusion

The Loyola Difference

Cultivating a Community of Belonging

The Office of Equity and Inclusion is dedicated to upholding the university's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice through an integrative model of leadership. Our work encompasses oversight, education, and consultation, allowing us to provide a mission-centered strategy to promote justice and ensure support for equity, inclusion, and belonging for every member of our university community.

Guiding Principles
Review Loyola’s shared principles which create a framework for how we approach decisions with a focus on equity and inclusion.
President's Council
Explore the work of The President’s Council on Equity and Inclusion which establishes, promotes, and advances a culture of inclusive excellence at Loyola.
Tracking Progress
Loyola’s DEI strategic plan outlines our immediate and long-term goals that are designed to provide a guide to diverse and inclusive initiatives and policies.
Upcoming Events
Find a variety of events hosted throughout the year, many of which foster open dialogue on critical topics related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
Resources
Explore on and off-campus resources related to anti-racism, gender inclusion, accessibility, bias reporting, and more.

Universities Studying Slavery

Established in December 2021, the presidential taskforce examining Loyola’s connection to slavery, was charged with initiating and guiding a university-wide examination of the University’s connections to slavery and its ongoing legacies. The task force report, published in January 2024, provided an overview and analysis of the findings of the scholarly research, along with recommendations to be considered for implementation.

Learn about Loyola's commitment to understanding slavery connections
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Our Strategic Priorities

Campus Climate
We support an institutional climate of Ignatian citizenship by providing opportunities for individual and communal reflection on how our social identities influence choices and collaborative work for justice.
Student Voices
We partner with undergraduate and graduate students to amplify their voices on matters of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. Students serve as advisors, liaisons, and problem solvers who support the Office of Equity and Inclusion and advance equity as part of the University’s mission.
Collaboration
The work of DEIJ (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice) extends across the entire University community through shared responsibility and accountability.

Our Campus Partners