You belong
Phoenix value diversity. We embrace individuals and the range of ideas, backgrounds, and experiences they bring to CU. It makes our community strong and promotes a culture of acceptance and belonging.
We are committed to cultivating a campus environment that is inclusive of all students, faculty, and staff. Together we create educational opportunities, raise awareness, and provide strategies and tools to help foster an inclusive environment and inspire a spirit of unity.
We celebrate diversity with students
39
States
40.2%
Students Identify as a Minority
49
Countries
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Cumberland University is committed to cultivating a campus environment that is inclusive of all students, faculty, and staff. To this end, Cumberland University seeks to ensure an awareness, acceptance, and inclusion of the diversity of the campus by creating educational opportunities, raising awareness, and providing strategies and tools to foster an inclusive environment and inspire a spirit of unity.
Mission
A Diversity Office will increase access to higher education by advocating for members of our community and emphasizing the importance of diversity in promoting learning and development at Cumberland University. Our commitment to equity and diversity is the shared responsibility of students, staff, and faculty, and must be supported and guided by all levels of leadership.
Vision
We envision a university where:
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are recognized as core institutional values that drive decision making, resource allocation, and the development of policies and practices.
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Diverse students, faculty, and staff are recruited, retained, and supported
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Collaborative internal and external partnerships support the emerging needs of students, staff, faculty, and communities in which we live and work.
Will Romero – Diversity Officer
It is an honor to have the opportunity to continue to change the lives of our Phoenix Family. I am a recent graduate of Cumberland University. During my time at Cumberland, I was a Football player, Futuro member, President to Best Buddies and Omicron Delta Kappa, President’s Ambassador and Criminal Justice Member. I enjoy healthy living and working out. Please reach me at my email or phone number if you have any questions!
Contact:
diversity-equity-inclusion@cumberland.edu
Location:
Learning and Career Commons, Room 124
Office Hours:
Monday: 3pm-8pm |Wednesday 3pm- 8pm |Friday: 7am-8:30am Sunday: 4-9pm
Please reach out to me if you need to set up an appointment outside of these hours. Also available through Zoom.
Contact Us. We’re here to help.
If you have any questions or would like more information about our services, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Please contact The Office of Diversity and Inclusion at diversity-equity-inclusion@cumberland.edu or 615-453-6352.