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Fostering excellence at every level

At Colorado State University, we are working toward a vision of a vibrant university community that welcomes and affirms all people, perspectives, and ideas.
Founded in 2010, the Office for Inclusive Excellence is committed to fostering a supportive campus environment through the active engagement of employees and students at all levels. OIE provides a wide range of resources to assist individuals, colleges and departments, and University leadership.
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From the VP of Inclusive Excellence

“In the pursuit of a community where every individual not only belongs but flourishes, our efforts extend beyond mere inclusion. Here, we actively dismantle barriers and cultivate spaces that champion diversity in every form. Our mission is personal; it's a shared commitment to nurturing a campus that reflects the world's rich tapestry. Through strategic initiatives and a culture of continuous learning, we are not just reacting to the need for change — we are leading it, embedding equity in every action, and inviting every member of our family to play a part in this vital journey. It is here, at the intersection of education and equity, that we redefine excellence for the 21st century and beyond.” — Kauline Cipriani, Vice President of Inclusive Excellence

Individual

Inclusive Excellence resources that support the individual include trainings for students, staff, and faculty.

Colleges & Departments

Inclusive Excellence supports the organizational level through specialized interventions tailored for specific units, the development of departmental inclusivity plans, and more.

Systemic

The Inclusive Excellence Council makes recommendations and provides input into developing new University-wide initiatives.

Building an inclusive CSU community

Areas of Focus

Colorado State University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is part of our role and mission as a land-grant institution. Within the Office for Inclusive Excellence, our goal is to foster and maintain an environment where all members of the University community are welcomed, valued, and affirmed. We achieve this by focusing on the following areas:

  • Bolster recruitment, retention, and promotion of faculty, staff and students;
  • Reduce opportunity gaps where they exist;
  • Partner across CSU to ensure students are more culturally competent and have skills to successfully enter the global workplace;
  • Improve the university climate for mutual respect for all;
  • Enhance effectiveness of curriculum, educational programs, and research by including a wide range of perspectives and experiences, and
  • Increase outreach and engagement with external communities.