Student Organizations & Services
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
IUSD Statement of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of IU School of Dentistry. We believe that these core values enrich and empower us to provide better education for our students, better care for our patients, a better working environment for our employees, and better citizenship to serve our world.
At IUSD, we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student population across all areas of learning, research, and patient care. We are committed to removing barriers and empowering current and future members of our community to realize their full potential. We strive to create, celebrate, and uphold work, research, patient care, learning environments and global community engagements that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
The mission of the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at the Indiana University School of Dentistry is to develop strategies to improve the diversity of the oral health care workforce and to advance the quality of oral health in Indiana. The office has developed activities to expand the pathway of qualified underrepresented and disadvantaged applicants for the IU dental school's programs. The office strives to create structured programs to provide mentoring, academic enrichment, and experiential opportunities for students. It also endeavors to establish and enhance relationships with funding agencies, educational institutions, and other health professionals. For more information about the services provided, contact the office at (317) 274-7052; dsdeib@iu.edu.