Who We Are

Mission 

The Office of University Diversity and Inclusion (OUDI) at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is grounded in a mission woven together by academic excellence, social responsibility, equity, and the pursuit of justice. The office provides leadership, resources, and support to enhance campus climate and foster an equitable and inclusive environment for every member of the Cal Poly community. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion in policy, practice, and in our purposeful efforts to cultivate a culture of belonging where each individual feels valued, supported, and empowered.

Vision

Our vision is to be a dynamic campus not defined by our challenges but driven by them. Our aim is to serve as catalysts propelling us toward excellence as a premier Polytechnic University, where diversity is invaluable, inclusion is championed, and equity is embedded into every facet of our institutional strength.

Excellence driven by diversity, with equity at its center. 

Values

Kinship: Cultivating communities grounded in collective care.

Intersectional Inclusion: Uplifting historically marginalized voices.

Transformational Change: Facilitating Equity through informed action.

Radical Hope: Empowered by revolutionary joy.

Executive Leadership

The Office of University Diversity and Inclusion is guided by an exceptional executive leadership team committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion at Cal Poly. This team provides strategic direction, ensuring that DEI principles are ingrained in every aspect of campus life, from policy development to community engagement, driving change across campus.

OUDI Staff and Fellows

Beyond its outstanding executive leadership, the Office of University Diversity and Inclusion is supported by a dedicated team of staff and fellows. Together, they drive DEI initiatives that create a more inclusive and equitable campus environment.

DEI Internship

The Office of University Diversity and Inclusion runs a internship for undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in DEI projects. This project based internship allows for students to work in their specific areas of interest while supporting the OUDI office and its mission on campus.

DEI Enrichment Funding

The Office of University Diversity and Inclusion is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion through education, advocacy, and engagement to promote a culture of respect, equity, and social justice. DEI enrichment funding is available to support on-campus events and programming that enhance the campus climate and foster an inclusive and equitable environment for all students, faculty, and staff. 

Faculty Development Programs

The Office of University Diversity and Inclusion works with the Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT) on the Building Towards Equity Faculty Development Program. This program scaffolds DEI learning to develop faculty awareness, knowledge, and skills around issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and learning.

Community Partners

The Office of University Diversity and Inclusion works with various groups in the SLO community to support DEI efforts. We partner to bring diverse speakers to the area, host events, and foster relations between the University and the community.

Contact Information

Email: diversity@calpoly.edu

BEACoN Email: BEACoN@calpoly.edu

Telephone: (805) 756-2250

Location: Administration Building (Bldg 1), Room 209