A letter from the Chief Diversity Officer

Greetings, Shocker Nation!

At Wichita State University, we strongly believe that we have an obligation to create the best possible educational environment for students whose lives are likely to be significantly changed during their time at Wichita State University, and we will only be successful when we promote inclusive excellence for all. Inclusive excellence enhances the learning experience by exposing and challenging everyone to consider, weigh, and value the thoughts, experiences, and practices of others different from ourselves.

The Inclusive Excellence Plan for Wichita State is the culmination of 126 years of institutional history, the President’s Inclusive Council, the work group members, and me as the university’s Chief Diversity Officer since 2015. Its purpose is to support WSU faculty, staff, students and community to create a campus that reflects and promotes — in all community members — the evolving diversity of society as a part of the overall university strategic plan.

I encourage you to explore the website, where you will find a wealth of information on events, activities, programs, opportunities, and resources related to inclusive excellence and is often referred to as diversity, equity and inclusion. 

Sincerely, 

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Marché Fleming-Randle, Ph.D.
Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer