WSU Commits to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

A new Weber State division is working to improve the university’s diversity efforts

In January 2022, WSU President Brad Mortensen announced the creation of the division of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion with Adrienne Andrews, former university assistant vice president for diversity and chief diversity officer, serving as vice president.

Adrienne AndrewsThe division advances the goal of “Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” outlined in the university’s latest strategic plan, Weber State Amplified, which affirms the university’s commitment to become an Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution by increasing the percentage of students who identify as Hispanic or Latinx descent to 15% by 2025.

Programs, centers and offices formerly housed in Student Access & Success and the President’s Office help make up the new division, including the following:

  • Center for Diversity & Unity
  • Office of Diversity — Chief Diversity Officer
  • LGBT Resource Center
  • Center for Multicultural Excellence
  • Diversity & Inclusive Programs

Along with aligning programs that support students, the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion division provides a central point of leadership for equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives related to faculty, staff, curriculum, human resources and community.