The Office for Institutional Diversity recognizes the importance of a diverse educational environment and promotes cohesion among different groups. The following programs cater for the needs of a diverse campus body:

GAY & LESBIAN PROGRAMS	National Coming Out Day National Pride Week Gay & Lesbian History Month Gay & Lesbian Programs
GEAR UP/College Day	Increase access to information for parents, student, education and administrators regarding the benefits and accessibility of postsecondary education in Michigan. Raise awareness of students’ and parents’ knowledge of financial aid opportunities for postsecondary study. Raise academic standards and expectations. Ensure that GU/CD students receive the academic preparation, social support and guidance necessary to succeed in college and the workforce. Increase professional development opportunities for teachers, counselors, and GU/CD staff.
MINORITY STUDENT SERVICES	GEAR UP/College Day Program Cultural Programming Get Acquainted Day Minority Student Service Awards Ceremony Academic Support GEAR UP/College Day Program GEAR UP/College Day Summer Workshops Total Outreach Program Helping Achieve Lasting Futures (TOP HALF) Supplemental Instruction Program Training Programs Diversity Workshops through Minority Student Services Minority Student Organizations Leadership Series
MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION CENTER	Multicultural Exhibits Soup and Substance Training Programs Workshops through Multicultural Diversity Education Council (MDEC) Seeking Education Equity and Diversity (SEED) Seminar.
NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAMS	CMU Annual Powwow Indigenous People's Day (October) Native American Heritage Month (November) Workshop and Training Specialized in Native American Cultures North American Indigenous Summer Enrichment Camp
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SCHOLARSHIPS	Lloyd M.Cofer Scholarship Multicultural Advancement Scholarship Detroit Compact Scholarship Wade McCree Scholarship Chrysler Logistics Scholarship Lem Tucker Journalism Scholarship Dow Scholarship Award Steven Lawrence Barstow Art Scholarship Steven Lawrence Barstow Native American Prize Native American Scholastic Award Native American Advancement Scholarship
DIVERSITY PROGRAMMING/ FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES	Diversity Incentive Grants