Check out our 2022 Diversity Week schedule of events.
Diversity Week at The University of Akron encourages an increased awareness and celebration of the visible and non-visible differences among our campus community.
7:00pm-8:30pm
Jean Hower Taber Student Union Grand Ballroom
Sponsor | Campus Programs
11:00am-2:00pm
Simmons Hall Lobby
Sponsors | OMD, ZipAssist, Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron, Spectrum Diversity Center, PNC Bank, and the Salvation Army
¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ departments and local businesses have come together and donated more than 500 pieces of new or gently used clothing for students having trouble accessing wardrobe necessities or those simply interested in item sharing for a greener planet. Students can choose from casual AND professional clothes for FREE at this event. There will also be prizes and giveaways for those who attend. All are welcome! LGBTQIAP+ friendly! Don’t miss it!
11:30am-1:00pm
Jean Hower Taber Student Union Ballroom
Sponsors | Campus Programs, Office of Inclusion and Equity, and CPAC
Please join the Contract Professional Advisory Committee, Student Life and the Office of Inclusion and Equity for a "Lunch and Learn" on Tuesday, Nov. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Jean Hower Taber Student Union ballroom. This lunch and learn will include a meal, an opening activity and a keynote. Ace Epps, director of inclusive entrepreneurship at Bounce Innovation Hub, will present “Is DEI the Flavor of the Month?” This experience is open to all ¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ faculty, staff and contract professionals. We are excited to offer this experience to create safe spaces for diversity and inclusion conversations while promoting growth and learning. To register for this event, click .
1:00pm-2:00pm
College of Arts and Sciences 3rd floor
Sponsor | Psychology Department DEAI Task Force
5:00pm
Lot 9 (look for American flags)
Sponsors | Military Services Center, Student Veterans of America, and ROTC
5:00pm-7:00pm
Honors Common Room
Sponsors | ¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ Latinos, Ballroom Dance Club, and Undergraduate Student Government
7:00pm-10:00pm
Jean Hower Taber Student Union Ballroom
Sponsors | Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics, College Democrats, College Republicans, serveAkron, Graduate Student Government, and Undergraduate Student Government
8:00pm-10:00pm
Jean Hower Taber Student Union 335
Sponsor | Zips Programming Network
Must RSVP to participate. To register, click .
11:30am-2:30pm
Musson Military Lounge -- 3rd Floor Infocision Stadium
Sponsors | Military Services Center, Student Veterans of America, and Student Veterans Peer Advisors
11:30am-1:00pm
Jean Hower Taber Student Union International Lounge
Sponsor | Campus Programs
7:17pm
Jean Hower Taber Student Union Starbucks Lounge
Sponsors | RHPB and RHC
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2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jean Hower Taber Student Union International Lounge
Sponsor | Zips Programming Network, Students for Justice in Palestine, and ¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ Latinos