Office of Diversity Affairs (ODA)
Advancing the Educational Experience of Students
Since 2001, the ODA has created an inclusive and supportive environment for underrepresented students at Leeds. We offer programs and experiences that encourage conversations, expand perspectives, and build academic and professional connections.
We believe that a welcoming and diverse community benefits everyone—students, babyÖ±²¥app, and staff alike.
Our work focuses on supporting prospective and undergraduate students from underrepresented backgrounds, first-generation college-bound and first-generation college students, and those from low-income households. We also build strong partnerships with alumni and businesses to create opportunities through outreach and hands-on programming.
We offer programs for high school students to explore careers while building leadership, collaboration, and communication skills. Undergraduate success programs, like EXCEL and Diverse Scholars, support students on their journey to and through Leeds.