The Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (J.E.D.I.) Certificate Program through the Office of Diversity and Inclusion is for students interested in exploring concepts centered around differing ideas and perspectives, gaining the knowledge necessary to create inclusive communities, and advocating for their peers and the rights of others.
To help explore and gather various experiences and information, we offer two (2) pathways for the certificate programs designed to fit diverse participants' interests, passions, and schedules.
Pathway ONE: Educational Programs/Workshops
The Education Workshop Pathway helps students develop greater self-awareness, understand identity, and gain foundational knowledge about different communities. It also allows students to explore intrapersonal components and develop advocacy skills.
Participants must attend Eight workshops in (1) academic year.
Pathway TWO: Cultural Programming and Engagement
The Cultural Programming and Engagement pathway aims to provide participants with diverse cultural knowledge, focusing on heritage awareness, cultural celebration, and current worldviews. In this certificate program, participants can explore interpersonal elements, accept and celebrate differing cultures and perspectives, and engage in inclusive community building and collaboration.
Participants must attend TEN engagements in (1) academic year.
The J.E.D.I. Certificate Program is a self-guided experience. You choose the events, workshops, and programs based on your schedule. You can receive a J.E.D.I. certificate by participating and completing one or both pathways. Check out the list of events that are open for the Spring semester.
Education Pathway Spring 2025 Sessions
Cultural Appropriation
Wednesday, Jan. 29
Union Meeting A |12 Noon - 1 p.m.
Religious Diversity
Monday, Feb. 3
Union Meeting A | 4 - 5 p.m.
Inclusive Leadership
Thursday, Feb. 13
Union Meeting A | 12 Noon - 1 p.m.
Inclusive Language
Monday, Mar. 3
Union Meeting A | 12 Noon - 1 P.M. and 4 -5 p.m.
Generational Diversity
Monday, Apr. 7
Union Meeting A | 4 -5 p.m.
Cultural Program Pathway 2025 Events
Jan. 23 Fire Side Chat with Visual Artist Robin North
Union Living Room | 5:30 p.m.
Feb. 12 Kotchegna Dance Company
(Dance and Drum Performance from the Ivory Coast)
CJ Theater | 6 p.m.
Feb. 20 Black History Month Annual Trivia
Union Ballroom | 6 p.m.
Feb. 26 Black History Month: Movie Night Friday
ODI Space | 6 p.m.
Mar. 4 Women's History Movie Night
ODI Space | 6 p.m.
Mar. 20 H.O.T. Topics
ODI Space | 6 p.m.
Mar. 25 Annual Women's Summit 2025: EmpowHER
Student Union | All Day
Mar. 28 Safe Zone Workshop
Tower View Room | 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Apr. 8 Asian Heritage Month: Tulugu Movie Night
ODI Space | 6 p.m.
Apr. 15 Asian Heritage Month: Lei Making Event
Tower View Room | 6 p.m.
