Lehidy L. Frias
- Director
- Diversity
The Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (ODEI) is housed within the Office of the President.
What We Do
The Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion leads institutional initiatives that promote a diverse, inclusive, and equitable campus community. Our mission is to advance access, equity and belonging across the college.
Contact Information
- odei@ric.edu
- 401-456-9786
- Roberts Hall 301, 330 RI College Rd, Providence, RI 02908
Director
Fostering Campus Inclusivity
RIC is cultivating an inclusive institution that fosters diversity within our community and seeks to continuously improve equity in opportunities and outcomes for everyone. We promote inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff and members of all protected classes. Our office works as a partner to advance concrete actions across academic and administrative departments and offices to strengthen inclusion and a welcoming, and safe campus climate for all.
Information on Title IX and civil rights compliance at RIC is maintained by the Office of Institutional Equity.
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New: Latino Policy Institute Executive Summary Report
Since the summer of 2023, the Latino Policy Institute has been working with RIC, members of the General Assembly, and other policy and educational advocacy organizations to develop a report that analyzes the state of Latino students in higher education and what opportunities and barriers exist for them. This report provides recommendations and best practices to continue the work of promoting the success of Latino students in our state.
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We are a Hispanic Serving and Minority Serving Institution!
Rhode Island College is proud to be the only Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Minority Serving (MSI) Four-Year Comprehensive Institution in Rhode Island!