
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy Statement
Our task is crucial, as we are challenged to demonstrate how diversity, equity and inclusiveness in all areas can directly and in the long-term influence the character of the University.
We are an academic community that believes in continuously building a campus culture that values every form of diversity and welcomes all people. Furthermore, we believe in fostering an inclusive campus where all of its members can thrive.
Our task is crucial, as we are challenged to demonstrate how diversity, equity and inclusiveness in all areas can directly and in the long-term influence the character of the University.
Ohio Wesleyan University affirms its commitment to the principle that its students have a right to be free from acts of bias, hate, discrimination, and harassment. These policies and protocols outline the reporting of, and University response to, campus climate incidents.
Announced in June 2020, Ohio Wesleyan's Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Action Plan is intended to create meaningful and immediate change on campus.
OWU is committed to preparing leaders for a global society through many of their programs and clubs. Here are just some of things you can do to get involved.
Travel-Learning Courses, Theory-to-Practice Grants, Interfaith Service Teams, semester-long off-campus programs - all provide you with opportunities to immerse yourself in another culture through the OWU Connection program.
You will be better prepared to live and work in today's global marketplace after spending a semester living with a family in Spain or going to school in Tanzania, traveling to Central America to explore social and political issues, or volunteering in a mission trip to New Orleans or the Lakota Nation.
A group of students traveled to Paris to study French Imperialism & colonialism's effects.
Students traveled to Mexico to study sustainable tourism and complete service projects.
An OWU TLC visited Chiapas, Mexico, to study indigenous philosophies.
Students may choose to live in a house or Small Living Unit (SLU), each with about 12-16 students. Many of these residences, are focused on various cultural perspectives, including the House of Black Culture, Sexuality and Gender Equality House, Interfaith House, and Citizens of the World House.
The students in these houses conduct programs and events for the entire campus.
This SLU promotes religious acceptance on campus with a diverse, dedicated community.
The Butler A. Jones House (1970) houses 10 students and honors a race relations professor.
Founded in 2009, the Citizens of the World House fosters inclusivity and global learning.
Students in the SAGE House host various campus events each year.
HOLD promotes diversity, language learning, & a safe space for multicultural experiences.
Choose from nearly 100 campus clubs and organizations representing a vast spectrum of interests. Some are based on political, cultural, or religious ideas or affiliations.
These clubs and other campus organizations host events throughout the year that celebrate cultures from around the world - and from across the campus.
Culture Fest celebrates OWU's diverse campus with food samples and performances.
Colors fly at this Indian celebration to welcome the beginning of spring.
Chinese Culture Club celebrates the New Year with food, traditions, and a lion dance.
The club hosts "Onyesha," a fashion show showcasing African & Caribbean cultures & dress.
Clubs team up yearly for a film festival featuring films about and for their communities.
Students become diplomats, defend positions, and speak at simulated conferences.
Ohio Wesleyan Students, Faculty, and Staff Earn 2024-2025 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grants
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Ohio Wesleyan hosts Delaware's 32nd Martin Luther King Celebration
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In Fall 2018, more than 160 students, faculty, and staff gather for the first ever summit to address areas regarding diversity and inclusion on campus, where OWU is doing well, and what we can improved upon.
With every fall and spring semester comes Day on the JAY, a festival filled with food, games, fun, and students on the campus JAYwalk.
In Fall 2018, more than 160 students, faculty, and staff gather for the first ever summit to address areas regarding diversity and inclusion on campus, where OWU is doing well, and what we can improved upon.
With every fall and spring semester comes Day on the JAY, a festival filled with food, games, fun, and students on the campus JAYwalk.
Six Ohio Wesleyan students traveled to Belfast to explore how issues of Catholic-Protestant sectarianism in Ireland compare to issues of racism in the United States.
Each Spring Horizons International club organizes Culture Fest, an event that encourages students to celebrate and learn about the food, dance, and dress from various cultures of OWU students.
The arrival of spring on OWU’s campus brings the celebration of Holi, the Indian festival of colors to celebrate the end of winter.
Each Spring Horizons International club organizes Culture Fest, an event that encourages students to celebrate and learn about the food, dance, and dress from various cultures of OWU students.