A Commitment to Access and Belonging
The College of Arts and Sciences is a community of scholars and educators who share a passion for the pursuit of knowledge and the expansion of our understanding of the world. We seek a community of faculty, staff, and students reflective of society at large. Diversity is a critical component of academic excellence and is essential to fulfilling our mission in education and research.
We learn best when we are exposed to perspectives, experiences, beliefs, and views different from our own. This can only be accomplished in a richly diverse environment. The world today is interconnected and interdependent and society succeeds when we embrace and celebrate the talents and abilities of everyone. By respectfully exploring both our differences and our commonalities, we foster inclusion, understanding, and a culture of belonging for students, faculty, and staff.
The College of Arts and Sciences prides itself on being Lehigh’s most diverse college, offering a place for groundbreaking research and intellectual discovery. We offer a safe space for everyone to explore their passions, exchange ideas, and feel at home.
The Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity
Lehigh’s Office of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity supports the success of students traditionally underrepresented in higher education and is committed to a more diverse and inclusive campus. Lehigh University is a place for people of diverse backgrounds to come together to explore critical issues facing our society and offer equitable solutions.