Let us Strive for a Collective Commitment to Equity
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion supports the University’s mission of creating a more diverse learning community. Developmental and proactive in its approach and reactive to the constant challenges to inclusion and equity in our community and our society, ODI organizes its efforts around offering compelling and representative programming, influencing and enhancing equitable policies, and elevating and informing inclusive practices.
These efforts promote a safe, growth-minded, and engaged campus community, wherein students, staff, and faculty – within and across multiple identities – can feel supported and valued in their academic, social, and professional endeavors. Ultimately, ODI recognizes that “diversity” is not enough, and “inclusion” is but a step towards the ultimate goal of sustaining “equity” for all members of our community.
R.I.D.E. Equity
Core Certificate
The Realizing Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Core Certificate is a comprehensive program for faculty, staff, and students designed to enhance their involvement in realizing inclusion, diversity, and equity.
Religious Holiday Calendar
Please remember that certain holy days are observed by members of our community when making plans for the academic year.
Faculty, staff, student group leaders, and organizers should consider this when making curricular and co-curricular plans.
Core Centers
Affiliate Centers
Our partnerships across campus help further the vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
ODI Educational Offerings
Professional development opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion are available to all Wake Forest students, staff, and faculty. These options contribute to the individual growth of attendees and may also lead to organizational development.
Register and learn more about our collection of signature programming.
Upcoming Events
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September 5, 2024 | 10:00am
Lam Museum of AnthropologyOrnate tools of war and visually striking regalia are some of the objects on display that demonstrate how masculinity is emphasized in traditional African politics. The exhibit also features many objects linked to the history of colonization, when European powers displaced the traditional systems of governance, and their own … -
September 5, 2024 | 10:00am
Lam Museum of AnthropologyDrums from Africa are so iconic that they are often used to represent musical traditions from across the continent. However, Africa is home to many fascinating instruments beyond drums. This exhibit presents a range of percussion and non-percussion instruments that showcase the diversity of African music. The exhibit highlights how … -
September 5, 2024 | 10:00am
Lam Museum of AnthropologyHow do you get a good night's sleep? Everybody sleeps, but not all cultures have the same idea of how to sleep. Headrests are solid neck supports used to promote good sleep in many cultures around the world. Explore the science of sleep and the beauty and meaning of …