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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) at Western Governors University

What do employees from different demographic backgrounds think about diversity, equity and inclusion at Western Governors University? Read what Western Governors University is doing to promote DEI in the workplace and how the company supports individuals of varying gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion and other attributes.

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Western Governors University has a Diversity and Inclusion rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 520 anonymous community ratings. The average D&I rating left by the Western Governors University employee community has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.
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DEI Programs & Initiatives at Western Governors University

WGU is committed to promoting inclusion, respect for differences, equal opportunity, and diversity in our institution. We believe in the power of education and the value of expanding access and opportunity to all individuals. Our goal is to create an environment where students, faculty, and staff all feel comfortable and safe to be their best selves while having opportunities for educational development. 

Equity has been part of WGU since its inception. The concept of equity was written into the original WGU mission statement:“to improve quality and expand access to post-secondary educational opportunities by providing a means for individuals to learn independent of time or pla

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79 days ago

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The recent article by WGU's President, Scott Pulsipher, in Forbes highlights three key ways that higher education can flip the script on value. By focusing on competency-based education, personalized learning, and innovative pricing models, we are working to ensure that our students receive an education that is tailored to their needs and goals, and that they can afford.
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103 days ago

Diversity and Inclusion
Did you know that 25% of WGU employees are involved in an Employee Resource Group (ERG)? Our 11 different groups help foster a safe community for employees to connect, learn, and grow together. Here are just a few ways our ERGs made an impact in 2022: - Hosted more than 100 annual commemorative events and activities - Added Land Acknowledgements to our commencements and 25th-anniversary events - Creating training for People Leaders on non-apparent disabilities - Worked with WGU Benefits to secure pay differentials for National Guard Reservists and Guardsmen. Revised DE&I new employee orientation to include military presence. Assisted WGU commencement planners with military and veteran outreach for graduates - Influenced #StopAsianhateday, Afghanistan and Ukraine conflict messages and resources - Offered WGU-wide Pronoun Training - Worked with WGU Benefits to enhance options for gender affirmation
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