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Diversity and Inclusion

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Introduction

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At Quinnipiac, our mission is to create a diverse and inclusive community where every member is acknowledged, respected and has the necessary resources to thrive, both individually and together. We incorporate inclusive excellence in everything we do to create a globally engaged, culturally rich and highly collaborative campus.

We view inclusive excellence as an essential value that defines who we are and where we are headed as the University of the Future. Our policies and programs celebrate differences as sources of strength and empower everyone to embrace who they are and share their experiences, customs and beliefs. Our goal is to foster conversation, exposure and engagement with all people, thoughts and ideas — from all corners of the world.

Inclusivity and diversity help our students develop empathy, compassion and appreciation for the differences that make the world a fuller place. They prepare students for life after graduation and for success in a highly competitive, creative and global workforce. Moreover, they develop informed and engaged citizens ready to do their part in creating a more just and equitable world.

Let’s connect. Contact us.

Feel free to send an email or call:
Department of Cultural and Global Engagement
203-582-7987
dcge@qu.edu

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Welcome Back Barbecue

Students enjoy a “Welcome Back” barbecue on the Mount Carmel Campus.

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By The Numbers

21%

Diversity

Percentage of the current first-year class who self-identify as students of color

18

Culture and Religion

The number of cultural and religious university-recognized, student-run groups

20%

Generation Now

Percentage of the Class of 2021 who self-identify as first-generation students

Be Involved

College is a time to grow socially, develop a global mindset and meet people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

At Quinnipiac, there are many ways to experience different cultures and customs while being exposed to new ideas and to expand your view on the world. Our cultural, identity and faith-based organizations all create a welcoming environment that invites students of all races, ethnicities, genders and religions to celebrate their beliefs and cultural interests, while providing ways to share them with the campus community.

Off campus, there are numerous civic engagement and international travel programs for students. These enable students to experience diverse cultures and traditions while working in solidarity alongside members of local communities, other global citizens and our academic partners around the world.

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Don C. Sawyer III, PhD

Vice President of Equity and Inclusion/Chief Diversity Officer

"We don't want diversity and inclusion to be 'add-ons.' We want to be a university where inclusive excellence is a part of our institutional fabric and a pillar of our existence. We want to create a community where everyone who comes here is part of the Quinnipiac University family and feels that they belong, are valued and are included.”

Global and Multicultural Experiences

Global Education

Part of our mission is to develop responsible, empathetic citizens who are invested in global issues and cultures, as well as opportunities in the international community. To that end, we provide meaningful learning experiences for students, faculty, staff and alumni.

From semester abroad to short-term faculty-led programs and international internships, global learning opportunities develop cultural humility while allowing for the exchange of knowledge and ideas. They also enable students to integrate knowledge and theory with practical application on the world stage. The Department of Cultural and Global Engagement offers guidance and support for students before, during and after their education experiences.

Other opportunities include:

  • Community engagement
  • Summer and Winter Intersession
  • Clinicals
  • Experiential learning
  • Independent or capstone research projects

For more information, contact:

Quinnipiac students visit the Cathedral of León in Nicaragua as part of their cultural and global engagement program.

Study Abroad

Quinnipiac students visit the Cathedral of León in Nicaragua as part of their cultural and global engagement program.

Erin M. Sabato
Director of International Service and Learning
erin.sabato@qu.edu
203-582-3596

Mark A. Tortora
Associate Director for Education Abroad
mark.tortora@qu.edu
203-582-6447

Multicultural Education

Our goal is to create an environment that reflects, supports and encourages students to celebrate their cultural heritage together. We also offer programs for traditionally underrepresented students to receive mentoring and leadership skills training.

Perhaps even more importantly, we create opportunities for students to share with the campus community and engage in open, honest conversation about issues of equity, social justice and other sensitive topics.

Some opportunities include:

  • Inter-Group Dialogue Series (A Place at the Table and Circle of Perspectives)
  • Student of Color Retreat
  • QUEST Mentoring Program 
  • Several cultural, faith and identity-based student organizations

For more information, contact Pascale Sade Jean-Jacques:
Associate Director for Multicultural Education
pascale.jean-jacques@qu.edu
203-582-3852

Black Student Union hosts their annual fashion show featuring all-female participants and designers to honor women.

Student Organizations

Black Student Union hosts their annual fashion show featuring all-female participants and designers to honor women.

International Student Services

We are proud to host international students from 40 countries. This growing student population brings diverse cultures, perspectives and traditions to our campuses each year, creating a fuller and more dynamic learning experience for all.

We are thankful for what our international students contribute, and are committed to supporting them as they pursue their academic and career goals.

Some resources include:

  • Orientation and International Education Week 
  • Comprehensive Immigration Advising
  • Travel guidance
  • Interrnational Student Association

For more information, contact:
Raya Al Wasti:
raya.alwasti@qu.edu 
203-582-8425

Students try food from around the world, listen to a live Irish band and explore the history of countries represented at Quinnipiac during an international week.

International Week

Students try food from around the world, listen to a live Irish band and explore the history of countries represented at Quinnipiac during an international week.

Spiritual and Religious Life

Spiritual and Religious Life

At Quinnipiac, people of all religions are welcomed, accepted and encouraged to fully observe their faiths. We have several organizations that offer worship services, counseling and celebratory activities that enable members to live spiritually fulfilling lives.

The goals of the Office of Religious Life are to meet the personal religious needs of students of all faiths, and, through its Center for Religion, create a space where students can engage in a dialogue with the world’s great religious traditions, as well as with each other, in the search for meaning and values. The university religious life staff, which consists of Catholic and Protestant chaplains as well as a Muslim religious life coordinator, lead worship services, organize events on campus and help students find religious resources in the community. The Center for Religion works closely with local and international charities, and organizes numerous educational programs, speaker events and experiences focused on religious literacy, interfaith dialogue and social justice in the community and abroad.

For more information, contact:
Father Jordan Lenaghan OP
Executive Director of University Religious Life
jordan.lenaghan@qu.edu
203-582-8257
 

The Peter C. Hereld House for Jewish Life works with Jewish students to create a meaningful, caring and supportive community on campus. Hereld House ensures that there is always a Jewish presence on campus and offers full-time rabbi services for every Sabbath and Jewish Holy Day. Rabbi Judd, who is Reform Ordained, is always available to talk with students or parents about what living a Jewish life at Quinnipiac University means. In addition to being the main catalyst for Jewish life on campus, Hereld House’s doors are open to any who wish to learn more about Jewish faith and culture.

For more information, contact:
Reena Judd
University Rabbi
reena.judd@qu.edu
203-582-8206

Quinnipiac also offers shuttles or car pools for students of all faiths to attend places of worship off campus.

Title IX

Title IX

Quinnipiac University is committed to providing an environment free from gender-based discrimination and harassment. Consistent with its commitment to addressing gender-based misconduct, the university complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in educational programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. As such, Quinnipiac University is dedicated to fostering a healthy and safe environment in which members of the community can realize their full potential in an educational, working and living environment free from all forms of gender or sex discrimination and sexual misconduct.

For more information, contact:
Catlin Wells
Title IX Coordinator
catlin.wells@qu.edu
203-582-7327

 

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