The mission of the Office of Diversity, Equity and Multicultural Affairs (ODEMA) is to promote, sustain, and advance the Indiana University Northwest commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, by enhancing student and employee capabilities and competencies through diversity research, trainings, support, collaboration, environmental activities and best practices.

We value diversity in all its dimensions and the pursuit of equitable and socially just practices to promote an inclusive community in which individuals are respected, supported, and learn from one another.

To implement this mission and achieve these goals, ODEMA has undertaken the following activities:

• Leadership of the Diversity Advisory Council;
• Coordination of the Diversity Programming Series;
• Implementation of the Diversity Fellows Program;
• Coordination of the Brother 2 Brother Program (B2B);
• Coordination of the Minority Opportunity for Research Experiences Program (MORE);
• Updating the Diversity Library Resources;
• Developing the campus Community Center in Hawthorn Hall room 200 as a vibrant location for student engagement surrounding issues of diversity and inclusion;
• Service as a resource to the community for diversity trainings;
• And finally, to provide logistical support for diverse student groups in planning campus activities.

For more information about ODEMA programs and services, please visit Hawthorn Hall room 234, or contact the office at (219) 980-6596.