Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at ArtCenter College of Design involves students, alumni, faculty and staff, as well as external communities, in robust research, exhibitions, symposia, lectures and curricular expansion on issues of diversity, equity and inclusion in art and design.
Mission
The Center for diversity, equity and inclusion advocates for and maintains an inclusive and equitable climate across all aspects of life at ArtCenter College of Design, working within and with our community to shape a healthy, collaborative and culturally diverse environment that champions respect and unwavering harmony through responsive discourse, action and education; setting a solid and unbiased foundation for all ArtCenter student’s academic success and professional development.
Vision
The office seeks to prepare the designers, artists and innovative leaders of the future with the tools to become global creative catalysts for a world where every product, system, environment, film and artwork effectuates a more accessible, inclusive, culturally diverse and equitable way of life for all.
Programming & Events
DEI is proud to work closely with all ArtCenter academic departments, as well as external partners locally and globally to bring vibrant and meaningful diversity programming to the ArtCenter community.
We create and support collaborative and transformative activities in the service of the College’s values of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion that are designed to break new ground through practice, scholarship and pedagogy.
Our programming involves students, alumni, faculty and staff, as well as external communities, in robust research, exhibitions, symposia, lectures and curricular expansion on issues of diversity, equity and inclusion in art and design.
DEI EVENTS RSVP - https://elink.io/p/artcenterdei-rsvp
Check back often for updates on our online programming and events!
Student Creativists
DEI Creativists are a team of activist-minded student workers who channel their creativity to make change throughout ArtCenter. The Creativists come from all walks of life, all backgrounds and are encouraged to bring their full selves to their role.
If you’re interested in becoming a Creativist, please email dei@artcenter.edu for more information.
Connect
OFFICE HOURS
The DEI Department holds virtual office hours by appointment, Monday - Friday.
Please email us at dei@artcenter.edu to set up an appointment time. We look forward to chatting with you!
MEET THE TEAM
Dr. Aaron Bruce, VP & Chief Diversity Officer - aaron.bruce@artcenter.edu
Steven Butler, Creative Operations Manager - steven.butler@artcenter.edu
Myra Whittington - Coordinator - myra.whittington@artcenter.edu
KEEP IN TOUCH
Email - DEI@artcenter.edu
Website - ArtCenterDEI.com