Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)

Thiel College is committed to promoting cultural competency and strengthening inclusivity. Through collaboration with faculty, staff, and community members, we foster an environment where all students have the potential to succeed and are prepared for lives of meaning and purpose.

We sponsor several academic and social programs each year. Events include heritage celebrations, trainings, student leadership conferences, and more.

Student Organizations

Organization of Black Collegians (OBC)

The Organization of Black Collegians was founded in December of 1968 with the mission to raise cultural awareness throughout campus. OBC has historically been an inclusive organization and is not specifically for African-American students. OBC welcomes all members of the Thiel College community interested in supporting diversity, learning, and justice.

Queers And Allies (Q&A)

Q&A is a student organization that grew from Thiel’s Safe Zone Program. Members create and sponsor many events which promote allyship and awareness for the LGBT+ community.

Women & Students Inspiring the Next Generation (WING)

WING empowers women through friendship, cultural and community affairs, striving to set a standard of respect and responsibility for the entire college community. Members promote community service through activities that help local needs and fund global causes.

External Resources

Below are a list of links for anyone who would like to gain a deeper understanding of historical and present-day issues of racism in the United States. This list is just a brief introduction to the myriad resources that can be found online.