Justice Equity Diversity Inclusion Team

As the largest and most diverse business school in Oregon, we believe diversity, cultural awareness and equity for all people is paramount for institutional impact and global change. This belief motivates everything we do.

Diversity and Equity Initiatives and Programs

As part of our Inclusive Business Strategic Initiative, a dedicated team of faculty and staff serve to ensure The School of Business is working toward fostering an inclusive culture and support network to bolster the underserved populations who are leading the future of business. This work includes improving student access and success, implementing faculty and staff training on racial equity, and supporting a variety of school-wide initiatives and programs.

DEI Action Plan

The School of Business strives to realize a learning community that will help change the systems in which businesses operate, not perpetuate the inequities within them. The DEI Action Plan outlines stronger, sustained commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in order to best serve our community.

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Empowering Women of Color in Business

A collaboration with the Women’s Resource Center, this annual event centers the experiences of professional women of color. With speakers who are leading Portland’s top businesses, the event focuses on a topical business theme like Redefining Failure and Reclaiming Our Time.

Empowering Leaders of Color in Business

"Bio(Diversity):The Life Cycle of a 'Diversity' Hire." Too often in the workplace, professionals of color are brought on by a company’s attempt to “diversify” their workplace. While the company may have good intentions, in doing so, the impact of this is often worse and leads to high turnover.

Redefine & Transform Scholarships

These graduate business scholarships embody The School of Business vision to redefine business and transform lives. Scholarships are awarded to leaders in: Racial equity, LGBTQ+ rights, women in business, advancing global perspectives, community development and environmental stewardship.

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Summer Business Institute

SBI welcomes regional high school sophomores and juniors from historically underserved populations to experience The School of Business first-hand and prepare for a successful college career. Students meet with Portland business leaders, engage in college-level coursework and build a community of peers.

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Student Services

If you want to learn more about opportunities for students of color and LGBTQIA+ at The School of Business Connect with the JEDI office:

Evan T. Green
Executive Director Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
Email: evgreen@pdx.edu

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