Welcome to Office of Diversity Equity, & Inclusion!
Mission
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) champions diversity, equity, and inclusion principles to create an inclusive and accessible environment, fostering intellectual discourse, diverse leadership, and social justice within our institution and its surrounding communities.
We aim to empower, enhance, educate, encourage, and engage our diverse populations to have ownership of their narratives and to succeed in their educational journeys.
ODEI Program
You may be eligible for the ODEI Program if you are a Green River College student
who:
- Meet one or more of these requirements:
- first generation - neither birth or adoptive parent earned a bachelors degree or higher, OR
- underrepresented or minority population/background OR
- low-income based on federal guidelines OR
- experiencing financial circumstances that impact your success at Green River
- Is pursuing any degree or certificate program
Become an ODEI Student! For more information on eligibility and requirements, contact us at diversity@greenriver.edu.
Our Services & Programs
Pono Program
Green River College's Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (AANHPI) student support program.
Indigenous Student Success Center
The Indigenous Student Success Center (ISSC) provides a welcoming space for Native students to connect, socialize, and study, while also facilitating access to a range of campus and community resources and support services to help them succeed in their academic journey, thrive in their college experience, and fulfill their goals.
Book Loan Program
Do you need help paying for books? ODEI students can loan up to four books each quarter at no cost! Learn how you can utilize our Book Loan Program!
Diversity Educational Series
ODEI hosts, sponsors, and partners to provide events and programming in the form of workshops, presentations, seminars, trainings, keynotes, and student forums pertaining to the subjects of diversity, leadership, social justice, cultural awareness, equity, intersectionality, and inclusion.
Peer Navigators & Office Assistants
Peer Navigators are students who help other students navigate the college system. Many of our Peer Navigators learned how to navigate college themselves--often the first in their families to attend college.
Passport to Careers
The Passport to Career program is administered by the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) and helps current and former foster youth and unaccompanied homeless enroll, persist, and complete a postsecondary education.
Meet Our Staff
At the ODEI, our team works to promote understanding, respect, and appreciation for all. From organizing thought-provoking events and educational workshops to providing crucial resources and support for underrepresented student populations, we strive to create a welcoming and empowering atmosphere for all members of our campus community. Our collective efforts are aimed at fostering a culture of inclusivity and ensuring that every individual feels valued and supported. Click below to learn more about our staff!