Diversity at Illinois

Diversity at Illinois Here at Illinois, diversity is not just a word, it is a hallmark. There is no other university that can make the claims of diversity that ours can. For years, our universitys leaders, students, and alumni have tirelessly made a consistent effort to make Illinois an environment of inclusivity and openness. Each of our residence halls has a Multicultural Advocate that serves as a resource for residents to learn more about social justice and inclusivity in our community. The Multicultural Advocate plans and hosts many activities and events within their hall that encourage community conversations that will help Illinois students to learn more about inclusivity and openness in an environment where sharing of opinions and perspectives is encouraged. Many students will find that their Multicultural Advocate is a major part of what makes the Illinois residential experience so valuable. Our campus is also a major hub for cultural centers that focus on helping students to engage with many diverse cultures. These includes centers for African Americans, Asian Americans, LGBT students, and so many more. Going to these cultural centers gives students insight into avenues of cultural awareness and diversity that they may not experience elsewhere. Every week, these centers host dinners and events that engage with students about their mission. I highly recommend that every Illinois student explore these cultural centers and expand their horizons. Anyone that comes to Illinois will not only gain a world-class education in their field of interest but also social justice. It is such an important part of our identity here at Illinois. It is at the forefront of every decision that our university makes. This not only makes our university very forward-thinking but also truly unique. Courtesy of Washington State University-Vancouver Jacob Class of 2019 I’m an Advertising student within the College of Media. My hometown is a place called Fairmount, Illinois, which is about 30 minutes from campus. I began my Illinois journey in the Division of General Studies.