Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
The School of Music at the University of Kansas is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for its students, faculty, and staff.
The School pledges to:
- Recognize that diversity in the School’s faculty and staff, classrooms, ensembles, studios, and organizations is critical to maintaining academic and artistic excellence;
- Provide an equitable and safe environment that embraces and respects all people, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability status, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, first-generation status, socio-economic status, citizenship status, national origin, and veteran status; and
- Acknowledge that sustained dedication to these values is only possible through ongoing professional and personal development in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and social justice, and the development of policies that encourage the recruitment and retention of faculty, staff, and students from diverse background.
Multicultural Music Scholars Program
The KU School of Music Multicultural Scholars Program is a unique opportunity for undergraduate music majors from historically underrepresented backgrounds, including students of color, first-generation college students, and students with high financial needs. MSP Scholars in the School of Music receive a renewable scholarship, faculty mentorship, academic support, and a welcoming community. The KU School of Music is dedicated to nurturing and advancing the art of music through excellence in teaching, mentorship, creative endeavors, and research.

DEIB Student Organizations & Opportunities
- Asian Classical Music Initiative Select to follow link
- Midwest Music Research Collective Select to follow link
- QT Grad Coalition (LGBTQ+ Community) Select to follow link
- Center for Sexuality and Gender Diversity Select to follow link
- KU Unified Club Select to follow link
- TEDxKU Select to follow link
- KU Rock Chalk Central Listing of All Student Organizations Select to follow link
- Music Mentors - Center for Community Outreach Select to follow link
Committee Members 2021-2022
Music & DEIB Events
DEIB Resources at KU
- KU Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
- Center for Sexuality and Gender Diversity
- KU Office of Multicultural Affairs
- Emily Taylor Center for Women and Gender Equity
- Social Justice Education and Training
- DEIB & Other Student Committee Options
- ADA Resource Center for Equity & Accessibility
