Everyone in the Lafayette community shares responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing an environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced.
We actively promote diversity in its many manifestations, which include but are not limited to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and place of origin. Resources for students, faculty and staff include:
Intercultural Development advances Lafayette’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through educational outreach, community building, cultural programming, support and advocacy of historically marginalized groups. We endeavor to provide students and employees with opportunities to develop their intercultural competence and to commit to lifelong learning about our world and its diverse citizens.
Gender and Sexuality Programs at Lafayette aims to increase understanding and appreciation for how gender and sexuality influences and frames our daily lives and social interactions. To accomplish this, various campus constituencies collaborate to create safe and welcoming spaces for all students, faculty and staff; to offer educational programming and discussions; and to advise a number of dynamic student clubs and organizations with similar missions.
From its founding in 1826, religious expression and discussion have played an important role in the life of Lafayette College. The College has a historic association with the Presbyterian Church (USA), while welcoming people of all faiths and spiritual traditions. Today's student body is spiritually diverse, and there are many opportunities on campus and in the community for worship and fellowship representing a wide range of religious traditions. We also encourage the Lafayette community to learn about the traditions of others in a spirit of mutual respect.
The McDonogh Network is an active and engaged networking organization consisting of multiple generations of Lafayette College black alumni and students. The organization supports and mentors the current black student body by encouraging their academic and social progress and promotes diversity among the student body.
Learn moreThe Council of Lafayette Women (CLW) strives to strengthen the connection between Lafayette women and the College, and among one another, through increased participation in campus and alumni activities. The Council encourages the involvement of all members of the Lafayette community- alumnae, students, faculty, friends, parents and staff.
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The Queer Archives Project at Lafayette College is a collaborative, interdisciplinary initiative designed to illuminate Lafayette’s Queer history, advance teaching, learning and research in the area of Queer Studies, and promote positive institutional transformation.
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