Welcome
About the Office for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion
For more than 50 years, Michigan State University has sought to provide central support for the recruitment, retention and advancement of students, faculty and staff.
Office names
- Equal Opportunity Programs (1968–1973)
- Human Relations Department (1973–1992)
- Affirmative Action Compliance and Monitoring (1992–2007)
- Office for Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives (2007–2021)
- Office for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion (2022-Present)
Currently, the office plays a key role in meeting federal, state and local compliance regulations related to student recruitment and employee hiring, as well as supplier diversity. In addition, the office helps to lead and coordinate a range of initiatives and programs that aim to increase diversity, ensure equity, promote inclusion and advance outreach and engagement across the institution.
IDI partners with senior executives, faculty, staff, students and alums to support the safety, well-being and overall success of Spartans and offers a broad spectrum of educational and training opportunities that promote a culture of dignity, respect, empathy and accountability at MSU.
Mission
To lead and coordinate institutional priorities that advance inclusive excellence for all Spartans.
Organization of efforts
- Communications
- Diversity Research Network
- Education and Development
- Equity and Compliance
- Outreach and Engagement
Major activities
- Annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report
- Awards and Programs
- Education and Development
- Hiring and Recruiting
- Research and Grants
Our Diverse and Inclusive Heritage
MSU was founded on the ideals of making a quality education accessible, and for more than 160 years, our pioneering spirit has remained strong.
DEI Scorecard
The DEI scorecard tracks over 200 action items institutionally over time, showing how MSU is advancing strategic initiatives across 12 action teams and driving organizational change.
Annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report
The annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report tracks the advancement of institutional DEI strategic goals and diversity data.
Strategic Initiatives
IDI leads broad campus-wide initiatives to become a national leader in increasing diversity, promoting inclusion, ensuring equity and eliminating disparities on our campus and beyond.
IDI Communications
The Office for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion recognizes MSU's DEI efforts in colleges, departments and units across campus occuring throughout the year.