Education for Prevention

Education for Prevention

The Diversity and Equity Office is committed to providing effective education and outreach related to combating hate and bias on campus. This includes ally development, tolerance, self-actualization and reflection, sensitivity trainings and exposure to a variety of topics and issues that address diversity-related issues.

The Diversity and Equity Center (DEC) is staffed by the DEC Team. The DEC Team is a group of student mentors who are ready to listen and help refer you to resources. The DEC works closely with the Director of Diversity and Equity to create a safe, welcoming, educational and fun center on campus where students of all identities and cultural groups can find support, friendship, and assistance. The DEC is located in the Student Union Building and is open from 8-5 (sometimes longer—look for lights, or call (360) 596-3157.

The Diversity and Equity Office believes in the development of a set of cultural competencies that assist and prepare students for life after college. Programs and events include cultural celebrations, issue-based lectures and forums, advocacy trainings and personal development.

For information about current and future events and programs, visit our DEC website or call (360) 596-5383 to reach Eileen Yoshina, Director of Diversity and Equity.