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Inclusion

We empower people of all backgrounds to thrive in business and make businesses thrive.

The well-being and belonging of our students, staff, and faculty are a priority. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where every Wisconsin School of Business community member can grow.

Progress requires embedding inclusion into the foundation of our community.

Precollege programs

Explore business majors and careers while gaining life skills through on-campus workshops and activities. Designed for diverse high school students with strong academic records.

Business Emerging Leaders Scholarship Program

The Business Emerging Leaders Program (BEL) Scholarship Program provides a community of support, academic resources, and at least $10,000 a year. The competitive merit-based scholarship program is for diverse students with strong academic records.
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Fostering an Inclusive Culture

We support the creation and sustainability of fair and comprehensive practices and policies that enable the WSB community to grow, engage, and thrive.

Engagement and belonging

Create a supportive workplace culture where every WSB community member feels engaged and valued.

Provide resources and guidance to departments and individuals to aid in building an inclusive climate.

Inclusive leadership development

Develop strategies to build knowledge and skills required to lead effectively.

Collaborate with school leadership on effective team building, engagement, and conflict resolution.

Organizational effectiveness

Analyze organizational data on students, faculty, and staff experiences.

Partner with human resources to optimize processes, structures, and mechanisms for feedback.

Living Our Values

Care

We approach our interactions and relationships with compassion and empathy.

Collaboration

We share ideas and work together to innovate and build partnerships.

Humility

We value everyone for who they are and make space for their unique perspectives.

Growth

We aim to expand our understanding and approach everything with an open mind.

Accountability

We live our values by seeking ongoing feedback and taking responsibility.

Embedding Inclusion in the Curriculum

Students working in Learning Commons

Undergraduate students learn about social identities and cultures, as well as inclusive engagement, through an inclusive Leadership Badge.

Weikel speaker Deanna Singh (MBA '12) speaks to a host of women MBA students

Graduate students receive inclusive leadership training as an integral part of orientation programs and leadership development is woven throughout the curriculum.

Learn more about inclusive leadership in the graduate programs:

Diversity lunch gathering

Each Wisconsin Business PhD cohort brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds, creating an enriching environment in which to learn from each other’s differing perspectives.

Man in suit speaking

Executive education offerings include professional development programs and certificates for inclusive skill-building at the individual and organizational levels through the Center for Professional and Executive Development (CPED).