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Diversity

Women Talking on the ASU Campus

Arkansas State is committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff; creating a community of fairness and respect; ensuring that resources are accessible to all; and complying with related laws and guidelines.

A welcoming environment


The Diversity Office was created to advance the University's equal opportunity and affirmative action goals and commitment to diversity, and in this spirit we have pledged to create an environment in which differences are both welcomed and appreciated.

Reaching Across Difference

Reaching Across Difference is a student-led diversity award designed to facilitate positive and meaningful interaction among diverse groups of students. The recipient receives a $1,500 honorarium and an engraved plaque.


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Excellence Award

The Diversity Excellence Award recognizes individual faculty members, faculty groups, academic departments or academic units that demonstrate the highest commitment to enhancing excellence through diversity.


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