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Welcome back!


Read words of reflection by Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer Jabbar R. Bennett, Ph.D.

What you need to know

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DEI scorecard tracks results

Visit the DEI scorecard to get an overview of MSU's strategic efforts and explore the interactive tool.

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Doubling down on student success

Learn more about MSU's comprehensive initiatives to increase the six-year graduation rate to 86% by 2030.

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North American Indigenous ceremonies included in religious observance

MSU should make every effort to recognize and accommodate Indigenous Peoples and all ceremonial practices in our community.

News from IDI

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Project 70/60: Join the year-long recognition


MSU recognizes the Brown v. Board of Education's 70th anniversary and the Civil Rights Act's 60th anniversary.

RSVP to attend the 2024 Excellence in DEI Awards


Celebrate individual and team contributions toward advancing DEI at MSU.

IDI highlights DEI achievements at MSU


Read about initiatives happening in International Studies and Programs, Infrastructure Planning and Facilities and Information Technology.

Diversity Research Network workshop for self-care


More than ever, faculty scholars require support and advice on balance and productivity. DRN presented its first workshop with self-care at heart.

Conversations on Antisemitism and Islamophobia


Spring semester dates are now available for in-person discussions on these prejudices' history and current manifestations.

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44th Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration


Join various educational opportunities to learn about Dr. King's legacy and historical events.

MSU news and updates

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MSU welcomes inaugural 1855 Professors recipients


The Office of the Provost hosts a reception to honor incoming 1855 professors and their accomplishments. 

MSU Libraries works to assess harmful language in classification systems


The Harmful Language Remediation Working Group at MSU Libraries works to modernize 19th and 20th-century terminology.

MSU pays tribute to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop


Hip-hop is often a biting commentary on the state of Black life in America as well as a call to action.

MSU Mandela fellowship alum reflects on disability leadership


Brian Waihenya is a writer and advocate who focuses on creating awareness about issues faced by disabled people.

Events and resources spotlight

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2024 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. March


Join the MLK March on Jan. 15, starting at 9:00 am at Beaumont Tower. Following remarks, the march will end at the multicultural center site.

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Powwow of Love


North American Indigenous Student Organization holds 38th Annual Powwow of Love on Feb. 10. Stay tuned for more details.

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Actions and Resources


Supporting our Israeli, Jewish, Palestinian, Arab, Muslim and all impacted communities


Supporting Black student success

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Download SafeMSU App


Get access to safety resources:

  • Virtual friend walk
  • One-touch emergency calls
  • Access to Safe Ride
  • Link to Night Owl service
  • Report a tip to the police


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