Paying it Forward: Q&A with Ernest Balezi
In honor of Black History Month, the University of Washington and the UW Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity proudly recognize Ernest Balezi, ’25. Balezi’s compassionate leadership and generosity of spirit are an inspiration for us all at the UW.
Equity Focus
Students, faculty and staff across our three campuses are working hard to advance the values of diversity, equity and inclusion at the UW. This site features some of the stories about our community members who are making a difference.
Diversity Blueprint
The Blueprint presents the framework that guides the University of Washington towards its goals of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. The academic and administrative units are expected to align their DEI plans with the Blueprint.
Leadership
Rickey Hall is the vice president for Minority Affairs & Diversity and university diversity officer at the University of Washington.
Resources
Access diversity resources for alumni, administrators, students, faculty, and staff.
Learning about difference
The study of diversity fosters an understanding of cultural traditions, histories and influences.
Making change, transforming lives
Students, faculty and staff strive to improve the well-being of our communities.
World changing research
Through research, UW faculty demonstrates that diversity leads to innovation and innovation leads to discovery.
Diversity at UW Bothell
Explore diversity resources specific to the UW Bothell campus.
Diversity at UW Tacoma
Explore diversity resources specific to the UW Tacoma campus.
DACA FAQ
Access information on the rescission of the DACA program.