Our Commitment to Diversity
HDFS Values Statement
In HDFS, we aim to improve lives through research, education, and outreach. We recognize that professional contributions take multiple forms, and we agree that faculty in the Department must show both quality and productivity in activities required of their appointment. Our core values include equity, inclusivity, diversity, and social justice, and we aim to reflect these values in all we do. We aim to create a climate in which people from diverse backgrounds are welcomed, represented, and respected. We are committed to working with diverse students through infusing our mentoring and teaching with our core values.
On-Campus Resources
Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) https://oiss.isp.msu.edu/
Diversity Programs Office (https://www.egr.msu.edu/dpo/welcome-diversity-programs-office-dpo-website)
Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives Office (https://inclusion.msu.edu/)
- MSU Dialogues
- Understanding Implicit Bias Certification Program (https://inclusion.msu.edu/education/understanding-implicit-bias-certification-program.html)
- Learn at Lunch Series
Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD) (https://www.rcpd.msu.edu/)
Religious Advisors Association (https://www.religiouslifeatmsu.org/)
Salus Center (for LGBT students) http://www.saluscenter.org/
Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay, and Transgender Resource Center https://lbgtrc.msu.edu/programs-and-services/student-orgs/
- The Alliance of Queer and Ally Students
- A-Spectrum
- PRIDE POCC (PRIDE People of Color Coalition)
- The Stonewall Society
- TransAction
- Arc
Important dates and months
February 5th- Chinese New Year
February- Black History Month
March- Women’s History Month
March 9th- Magha Puja Day (Buddhist)
April 9-15th- Pesach (Jewish)
April 12th- Easter
April 24th- Ramadhan begins
May 1-10- Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
June- Pride Month
Memorandum regarding resources for undocumented and DACA students can be found here.
