Find news related to diversity and inclusion from Indiana University’s 7 campuses and 2 regional centers.
Class of 2027 reflects IU’s local, global impact
Three out of the 9,550 first-year students beginning their academic journeys at IU this semester shared with us their dreams and aspirations that led them to the Bloomington campus.
IU Bloomington named among the nation’s most LGBTQ-friendly campuses
IU Bloomington is ranked for its efforts to foster an inclusive and supportive environment, including a mentorship program for LGBTQ+ students and trainings to help everyone learn more about the LG... Read more about IU Bloomington named among the nation’s most LGBTQ-friendly campuses
Diversity of experience among board members leads to innovation
Research from the IU Kelley School of Business found that diverse educational, industrial and organizational experiences among managers and board members leads to R&D innovation creating econom... Read more about Diversity of experience among board members leads to innovation
IU statement on SCOTUS ruling regarding university admissions
Indiana University leaders issue a joint statement following the June 19 ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court.
Gift for Jewish Culture Center creates model to counter antisemitism, enhance student experience
The Jewish Culture Center serves students and develops leaders in a vibrant hub that provides traditional and creative connections to Judaism.
Why do we celebrate Juneteenth? How can we do so meaningfully? IU experts weigh in
Darryl Heller, director of the IU South Bend Civil Rights Heritage Center, and Jakobi Williams, Ruth N. Halls Associate Professor of African American and African Diaspora Studies at IU Bloomington,... Read more about Why do we celebrate Juneteenth? How can we do so meaningfully? IU experts weigh in
Black Film Center & Archive awarded NEH grant to archive, digitize Vieyra collection
A processing archivist and a graduate student will be hired for three years to process, digitize and make available the collection of Paulin S. Vieyra, a filmmaker, producer and scholar whose caree... Read more about Black Film Center & Archive awarded NEH grant to archive, digitize Vieyra collection
IU alumnus, award-winning Black documentarian gifts collection to Black Film Center & Archive
Scholars, filmmakers and members of the IU community will have access to audiovisual materials from IU alumnus Jerald Harkness as he makes IU’s Black Film Center & Archive the home for his fi... Read more about IU alumnus, award-winning Black documentarian gifts collection to Black Film Center & Archive
IU Traditional Powwow set for April 1
Now in its 11th year, the IU Traditional Powwow brings together students, families and communities to celebrate and honor Native American culture and traditions.
Wheelchair Basketball Club shoots for inclusivity on campus
The club gives Individuals of all abilities the opportunity to participate in wheelchair basketball in an inclusive environment while creating awareness surrounding accessibility.
$2 million grant to support underrepresented students pursuing biomedical careers
An IUPUI program that helps students from underrepresented minorities and disadvantaged groups pursue careers in the biomedical and behavioral sciences has received a $2 million grant from the Nati... Read more about $2 million grant to support underrepresented students pursuing biomedical careers
Media School team makes camera equipment more accessible for paralyzed students
Senior lecturer Cheryl Owsley Jackson and IU senior Josh Fugate collaborated with Allen Major, the multimedia lab director at The Media School, to adapt equipment and enhance camera accessibility f... Read more about Media School team makes camera equipment more accessible for paralyzed students