Mission Statement

Guided by the Jesuit, Catholic Mission of Marquette University, the Office of Inclusion and Belonging is called to walk with our students in a transformative educational experience to be individuals for and with others.  We foster a culture that values, respects, and promotes a sense of belonging for the Marquette community.  This is realized through the opportunities provided by intentional programs and services towards their intellectual, ethical, social, cultural, and leadership development.  We are committed to accompanying our students on their journey to a hope-filled future.

Programming Philosophy

Our programming is guided by the goals and mission of the Division of Belonging and Student Affairs strategic plan. The Office of Inclusion and Belonging coordinates programs that educate, engage, empower, and embrace all students. Through programming, we hope Marquette students will have the ability to share ideas, learn from those around them and be able to analyze society in a way that leads them to create positive change now and post-graduation.

The Office of Inclusion and Belonging (OIB) sponsors and supports events including history and heritage months, faculty and student engagement, immersion experiences, and leadership education and training. We make a distinction between sponsored and supported events. We work collaboratively with university  departments and offices to create a sense of belonging for all students with emphasis on students from underrepresented racial and ethnic stu, students in the LGBTQ+ community, and first-generation students.

Resources and Support

The Office of Inclusion and Belonging is committed to helping students become more aware of other Marquette departments and resources that share our vision of fostering a diverse and inclusive campus. Sharing information, resources and working collaboratively with campus partners allows the Office of Inclusion and Belonging