Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Vanderbilt, we welcome employees from a wide variety of backgrounds, traditions, and experiences. We often witness the vitality and creativity that comes from bringing different perspectives together. As individuals and professionals, we grow from the ability to recognize commonalities and different histories.
A diverse staff also benefits our students, who come from all over the country and the world. Once employees are here, they discover a wonderful richness in the events and celebrations that are open to all on campus. They will also discover committees and policies that shepherd Vanderbilt into the next decades by demonstrating that excellence is not possible without inclusivity. The links below provide just a sampling of all the ways that Vanderbilt upholds the value of diversity.
Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center
Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Disability Services
International Student and Scholars Services
Margaret Cuninggim Women's Center
Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Life
The Office of Leadership Development and Intercultural Affairs
The Multicultural Leadership Council, beneath the LDIA umbrella, seeks to unify student organizations of various cultures. The council supports diversity and attempts to cultivate a multi-cultural community at Vanderbilt. The Multicultural Leadership Council is the umbrella organization for 19 different cultural groups on campus.
School of Medicine Gay-Straight Alliance
School of Nursing Office of Cultural Diversity
Student Athletics Diversity Committee
Department of Student Athletics Diversity Statement: The Department of Student Athletics will promote, embrace and value multiculturalism and diversity amongst its staff and student-athletes and provide a comfortable environment for the understanding of, respect for, and sensitivity to multiculturalism and diversity.