Broadening Understanding and Inclusion through Learning & Dialogue

At Penn State we recognize the importance of making our University more diverse and welcoming for our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and donors. The BUILD @ Penn State program is a voluntary initiative that many Penn Staters are participating in to create a more inclusive community where we can all thrive and succeed.

About

This voluntary diversity education initiative for faculty and staff aligns with the University’s Strategic Plan, which outlines “Fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging” as one of its foundations. We have an obligation to facilitate inclusive excellence, cultivate a sense of belonging for all community members, and embrace the benefits of diversity as part of our mission to develop the next generation of leaders within the Commonwealth and across the globe.

We ask you to lean on the “We Are” spirit of Penn Staters to focus on building an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of all members of our community.