Our Commitment to Diversity
Be A Part Of A Welcoming And Accepting Community
The University of New Haven is committed to fostering a campus climate based on mutual respect and inclusion, one in which people from diverse backgrounds feel valued, accepted, and appreciated. Click here to learn more about our initiative towards diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
A Rich Tapestry
President Steve Kaplan believes that the many cultures represented in the University’s campus community are what create an especially vibrant environment that fosters personal growth and exploration.
“The rich tapestry of the University of New Haven community helps instill in our students the compassion and empathy they will need as the world’s future leaders, innovators, and problem solvers,” he says. “We all play a role in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment of which we can all be proud.”
Keep reading to learn more about our available resources.
The Accessibility Resources Center provides comprehensive services and support that serve to promote educational equity and ensure that students are able to participate in all the opportunities available at the University.
The Office of Graduate and International Student Life works to foster an inclusive and supportive environment to ensure every international and graduate student has a positive and enriching experience during their time at the University.
The Myatt Center plans programs and activities that promote cultural diversity, awareness, and sensitivity throughout the campus community.
The mission of the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) Council is to serve as an advisory group to the president and campus community, providing strategic advice and recommendations based on observations, reports, and monitoring concerning diversity at the University of New Haven.