Diversity Student Programs

Diversity Student Programs welcomes you to Emporia State University and formally invites you to join us and to participate in the number of opportunities and events organized by our office. Hosted out of our office are cultural celebrations, social activities and events, leadership and development programs, and diversity training which align with the mission, values, and goals of Emporia State University.

In the Office of Diversity Student Programs, we are diligent to provide an inclusive, supportive, and accessible environment for those of marginalized backgrounds and we see it as our duty to provide a safe space for intercultural dialogue and engagement. We understand that diversity and social justice are important when challenging systems that perpetuate injustice and inequality.

The work of making Emporia State University a diverse and inclusive environment is not the job of just one person or department nor does it stop with us, so we encourage everyone, students, faculty, staff, and community to engage and participate in the fun and uniquely fulfilling programs we have to offer.

Our Values

STINGERS support Diversity!

Support. We develop advocacy initiatives to support underrepresented and marginalized student populations.

Teach. We strive to teach, train and inform others about our mission creatively, both face to face and virtually.

Inspire Inclusivity. The Office of Diversity Student Programs enhances ESU’s Strategic Plan by embracing that inclusion is a core value of this University. We desire to make the ESU experience relevant to all.

Need. We acknowledge there is a strong need for the work of diversity, equity and inclusion to be campus-wide.

Give. We give students spaces for their voices to be heard.

Empower. We promote and encourage adaptive leadership for all.

Reach. We desire to reach and impact generations with our mission.

Student Engagement and Service. Our office collaborates with campus, community and beyond to develop events, programs and initiatives to serve ESU students.