Office of Educational Equity at University of Phoenix

This council develops and promotes strategies that foster a community of inclusion; value diversity of thought, experiences and culture; and lead to a sense of belonging for all.

While creating a sense of belonging for all, we offer opportunities for professional development to support students, alumni, faculty and staff. Our objectives:

• Student Experience and Belonging: Foster inclusive environments for continuous learning and development to increase community and belonging for all students, faculty and staff.
• Culturally Responsive Practices: Support systems to be proactive, intentional and mindful to the needs of diverse students.
• Building Community for Career Enhancement: Design and develop programming with support and resources to impact, motivate and equip students for the diverse workplace.

The research home for faculty, students and alumni interested in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) in workplaces and communities of practice.

This institute addresses broad, persistent and systemic barriers to career advancement through research-based solutions and impactful alliances. 

These organizations help students network, develop career endeavors, and acquire mentorship and interpersonal job-related skills. 

Our tribal operations team specializes in addressing the cultural needs of tribal students, their families and their communities.

Our task force develops an integrated framework that fosters a more holistic approach to serving students of all backgrounds.

A virtual meeting place for faculty and staff where our community tackles tough conversations necessary for organizational and personal growth.

Produced and delivered by our faculty engagement and development team, this series provides real-world strategies for use around DEIB topics.

These employee-led, voluntary groups foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, increase employee engagement and support professional and personal growth.

We collaborate with this nonprofit organization to support its mission of informing, inspiring and empowering women to find their purpose. 

As part of our alliance with the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, we work with community leaders to conduct research on the economic impact of Hispanics in Arizona. 

We co-host an annual event that brings together educators, pre-service education majors, consultants and community members to promote multicultural teaching and learning.

We take an active role in planning monthly workshops and the annual conference hosted by the Diversity Leadership Alliance, which provides a forum for diversity and inclusion dialogue. 

University of Phoenix sponsors a high school student mentoring program where employee volunteers are paired with students to support them in considering college and career goals.