The Office for Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) serves as a conduit for community and belonging efforts throughout the campus. It has a strong emphasis area with faculty, staff, and broader campus climate including students and other stakeholders, including data management and assessment. ODI supports the recruitment, retention, and success of the entire university community—encouraging collaboration, academic excellence, and a positive campus climate.
Importance of Student Activism
SCU community consists of Student Veterans, members of the ROTC and military dependants
Engaging Faculty and Staff
LEAD Scholars program for first-generation college students
Engaging Faculty in the Classroom
Acknowledging our Indigenous Roots at the SCU Pow Wow
Celebrating Black Excellence
The annual Global Village celebration showcases the richness of SCU's Student organizations
Annual Diwaili Celebration
Hosting renowned speakers such as Tommy Orange
Speaking Out for Justice
Campus Climate Study
The final report of the 2025 Campus Climate Study is now available.
Workshop Opportunities
The Faculty/Staff workshop dates for 2025-2026 are being finalized. Please check back by December 2025.
Community Conversations Initiative
Community Conversations: Building Bridges at Santa Clara University, is an initiative that started in Fall 2019. Typically held on the the first Tuesday of each month. Join faculty, staff, and students to learn and engage about topics affecting the SCU community.