Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI) aims to foster a culture where every member of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) feels valued and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.

We have the opportunity as faculty, staff and students to celebrate differences and work together to further integrate diversity, equity and inclusion into our culture so it becomes who we are and what we do every day.

Culturally Inclusive College Reporting System

The MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) is committed to a culturally inclusive, safe and supportive environment that is free from any and all forms of discrimination, bias, stereotyping, harassment and assault. (See more in the CANR DEI Statement.)

The Culturally Inclusive College (CIC) Sharing System was developed to allow CANR to track and respond to behaviors and situations that work in favor or against our goals of a safe and supportive environment.

Submit Form: CANR Culturally Inclusive College Sharing System

News

MSU alum, philanthropist continues to advance MSU and CANR

Published on October 12, 2021
Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering alumnus, Larry P. Walker, Ph.D., is a true philanthropist giving back his time, talent and treasure to advance Michigan State University.
Dietetics student aspires to be a leader in the healthcare industry

Published on October 6, 2021
Student Madeline Marcero finds ways to serve and connect with others while at Michigan State University.
DEI Committee Ready for 2021-2022 Academic Year

Published on October 5, 2021
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee supports students, faculty and staff in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, AgBioResearch and MSU Extension.
Jael Tombaugh and Maezie Nettleton receive 2021 MSU Extension Key Partner Award

Published on September 30, 2021
During the annual Fall Extension Conference held virtually on Sept. 28, MSU Extension honored Jael Tombaugh and Maezie Nettleton for their significant diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts for MSU Extension 4-H.
Elischer and Rivetto receive MSU Extension Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Impact Award

Published on September 30, 2021
Melissa Elischer and Laurie Rivetto were honored for their work in LGBTQIA+ programming during the annual Fall Extension Conference held virtually on Sept. 28.
Prabhjot Kaur is a Ph.D. student studying genetic mechanisms of plant development in Petunia and Stevia

Published on September 27, 2021
She loves studying and researching at MSU because it provides her access to quality research resources and allows her to work with colleagues with similar and diverse research interests.
Dr. Steve van Nocker enjoys the diversity of people on campus

Published on September 27, 2021
Professor says the intellectual and experiential melting pot at MSU allows us to view and approach scientific questions from many different angles.
Forestry doctoral student finds niche in academia, research and mentoring

Published on September 24, 2021
Ph.D. candidate Christián Henry enjoys mentoring youth and researching sustainable bioproducts.
Landscape architecture student looks to make a difference through environmental design

Published on September 23, 2021
Undergraduate Anhad Viswanath is inspired by creating outdoor settings that enable people to engage with their natural surroundings.
Black Farmers Fund launched in Washtenaw County

Published on September 20, 2021
The Washtenaw County Black Farmers Fund is a coalition of non-profits, farmers and community members who aim to build a more equitable food system by investing in the region’s Black farmers.