Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

A close-knit community that's open to all.

UP is a close-knit community that's open to all. It's a place where diversity, equality, and inclusivity are paramount. That translates into continually striving to create an environment where everyone benefits from being exposed to a wide range of ideas, experiences, and perspectives. Because we believe inclusivity is a way of life, we are always looking at enhancing the types of programs, events, and resources offered so as to best embrace our diverse community.

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the land on which we sit and occupy at the University of Portland. "The Portland Metro area rests on traditional village sites of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other tribes who made their homes along the Columbia River creating communities and summer encampments to harvest and use the plentiful natural resources of the area" (PILR, 2018). We take this opportunity to thank the original caretakers of this land. Read more about Portland's Native diverse and vibrant community.

Reconocemos la tierra en que la Universidad de Portland se ubica y ocupa. “El área metropolitana de Portland está ubicada en los sitios tradicionales, de la gente indígena de las tribus Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, y varias otras tribus que hicieron sus hogares cerca del rio Columbia, creando comunidades y campamentos de verano para cosechar y utilizar los recursos naturales del área” (Portland Indian Leaders Roundtable, 2018). Aprovechamos esta oportunidad para agradecer las y los cuidadores originales de esta tierra.

Affinity Groups

Affinity groups are an opportunity for people to connect with others who share salient aspects of their identity. These groups are particularly helpful for historically minoritized and underrepresented individuals to gather in community. Affinity groups, however, are not employee resource groups.

We are so grateful to the staff and faculty who have dedicated their time and energy to establishing and maintaining affinity groups at the University of Portland. The current active groups are listed below.

• Latinx Employees Group — Contact: Marija Hobbs and José Velazco
• Black Employees Group — Contact: Erica Bailey and Anita Gooding
• LGBTQIA+ Employees Group — Contact: AJ Van Valkenburg and Trini Sepulveda
• AAPI Employees Group — Contact: Aimee Davidse and Elisa Majors
• Disability Affinity Group — Contact: dag@up.edu

At the University of Portland, affinity groups are led by faculty and staff on campus so that the programming and engagement remain true to the groups themselves.

For further questions, please contact oiedi@up.edu.

Contact

International Student Services
iss@up.edu

Study Abroad
studyabroad@up.edu

Office of International Education, Diversity, and Inclusion
oiedi@up.edu

Diversity and Inclusion Programs
dip@up.edu

Left to right: Jennifer Hamlow, Director of Study Abroad; Michael Pelley, Director of International Student Services; Tshombé Brown, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; Trini Sepulveda, OIEDI Office Manager; and Holly Peterson, Program Coordinator of Study Abroad.