Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Multicultural Education (ODIME)
OASIS Multicultural Center | 20 Schussler Road
Collegiate Religious Center (CRC) | 19 Schussler Road
Center for Black Excellence | Rubin Campus Center (RCC 222)
Lavender Lounge | Rubin Campus Center (RCC 225)
Lotus Lounge | Rubin Campus Center (RCC 218)
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Mission
The Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Multicultural Education (ODIME) houses several identity centers which are designed to foster an inclusive campus community which respects, honors, and celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in all of its dimensions; including but not limited to differences of race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, socioeconomic status, ability, nationality/citizenship, and other identities.
Vision
To support and equip both undergraduate and graduate students with the language, skills, and competencies to be agents of change. ODIME is committed to producing global citizens who are willing to use their knowledge and expertise to effectively address social, political, economic, and climate issues faced by society. We work with students through identity development, skill building, cultural competency, civic engagement, advocacy, and action-oriented student research.
ODIME programs and services are designed to support the social, personal, cultural, spiritual, and professional development of all undergraduate and graduate WPI scholars to ensure their academic success.
The ODIME team promotes social justice, equity, inclusion, and multicultural awareness while also providing the close community students need to achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals. Students connect with each other and find a network that lasts long after graduation.
Student Diversity Resources
ODIME Events
ODIME Programs and Events
The Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Multicultural Education (ODIME) sponsors and co-sponsors various cultural, spiritual, academic, and professional programs, activities, socials, and other learning experiences open to the WPI community.
LGBTQIAP+ Support
LGBTQIAP+ Support
Worcester Polytechnic Institute is committed to providing support for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Aromantic, Agender and Pansexual populations. The “+” is used to respectfully and sensitively recognize all populations in the community.
First Generation Success Program
First Generation Success Program
You may be the first in your family to attend—and graduate from—a four-year college or university, but you’re not alone. In fact, hundreds of students, staff, and faculty members are or were first-generation students. WPI's First Generation Success Program is here to help you get connected to other first-generation students, as well as the academic and social resources you need to help you achieve your goals.
International Student Life
Office of International Student Life
The Office of International Student Life (ISL) serves all international student related immigration and cultural adjustment needs including new student orientations, work authorizations, travel signatures, and non-resident alien tax help.
International Student and Scholars Office at WPI provides programs, services, and immigration support, to assist and educate international students and scholars in their transition to U.S. society and academic culture.
Office of Accessibility Services
Office of Accessibility Services
The Office of Accessibility Services (OAS) coordinates accommodation services and support to assist students with documented physical, learning, sensory, psychological, and developmental disabilities during their time at WPI.
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Title IX
WPI’s approach to preventing sexual misconduct is comprehensive and progressive. All members of the WPI community are protected by federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination based on sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and transgender status.
WPI is committed to providing a learning, living, and working environment free from gender-based discrimination. It expresses the community's expectations in the Interim Title IX & Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Lavender Graduation
OMA Family Dinner
2023-2024 Alliance Executive Board at Pride Prom 2023
LSAMP Spring Symposium
Collegiate Religious Center Kitchen
Collegiate Religious Center Lounge
OASIS Cultural Center Kitchen
OASIS Cultural Center Lounge
National First Generation Day
National First Generation Day
LSAMP Pinning Ceremony
Pride Prom, 2021
Connections Pre-Orientation Program