About the Office of Diversity and Inclusion

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion's primary mission is to help ensure that all students receive the quality education that has become Southwest Minnesota State University’s trademark. As Minnesota becomes increasingly diverse, SMSU has recognized that the academic and social challenges faced by underserved and underrepresented students require focused efforts in recruitment and retention that the Office of Diversity provides.

By partnering with campus and regional communities, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion works to ensure that all students maximize their potential and achieve as much success as possible. Through outreach, educational programs, and speakers, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion works to create an environment that recognizes the similarities among all people while celebrating the differences that a diverse university, region, and state provide.

Student Resources:

1. The Office lounge provides a space where students can hold organizational meetings and other smaller social gatherings.
2. The Office has accessible informational books, magazines, videos, and newspapers available for student use. In addition, we serve as a resource for materials on group-specific financial assistance, cultural programs, and career and internship opportunities.
3. The Office offers peer mentoring, peer-to-peer tutoring support, and general academic advising.