Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
The Tippie College of Business disavows racism, cruelty, and violence in any form. We are committed to being a place where members of our community feel valued—where we lift each other up, rather than tear each other down. We are unwavering in our commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) through our people, our practices, and our programs.
Tippie DEI Action Plan
To live up to our commitment, we have adopted an action plan intended to increase diversity and inclusion, and foster equity in outcomes. We will deliver on our vision by:
- Drawing strength from the University of Iowa’s rich legacy of promoting social progress
- Building advocacy among our ranks through Tippie's DEI Committee
- Investing in targeted programming and offering ways for students to get involved
All of these efforts are contained within one overarching plan, the DEI Action Plan.
Featured DEI initiatives
BizEdge
Tippie’s BizEdge community is a program created for students of color and first-generation students to help them thrive throughout their collegiate experience. A continuation of the Gateway Summer Program for high school juniors, BizEdge supports business undergraduates through mentorship, scholarships, networking, alumni events, and more.
Over 20 scholarships were awarded to BizEdge members in 2019 alone, as well as many internship opportunities. The program also provides opportunities for students to connect with and learn from each other through the BizEdge Mentorship program.
Dore Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program
The Dore Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program is part of the Dore-Tippie Women’s Leadership Program at the Tippie College of Business. We inducted our inaugural class of Emerging Leaders in 2020-2021 and invite a new class of freshmen each year.
Eligible Prospective Incoming Students: High-potential women entering Tippie as direct admit students from high school
What you will receive: A $250 scholarship in the fall and $250 in the spring of your freshman year, contingent upon fulfilling program expectations. Participants will be asked to participate in leadership building activities during the fall and spring semesters and attend two receptions with other Emerging Leadership Fellows.
Eligible students will be invited to join the Dore Emerging Leadership Fellows during the summer before their freshman year. Reach out to Faculty Director Professor Beth Livingston for more information.
“I was never pushed to think of myself at a higher level. But the Tippie Gateway program gave me the confidence to dream bigger.”
Get involved
Tippie offers numerous opportunities to take part in our DEI mission through service, student organizations, mentorship opportunities, and events.
Events & opportunities
BizEdge Mentorship Program
A mentoring program designed to help students of color and first-generation business undergraduates support and empower each other.
DEI Ambassadors
Ambassadors assist the Undergraduate Program Office in the coordination and advocacy of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Gateway Summer Program
A free, on-campus summer experience that gives underrepresented high school juniors an opportunity to learn about business majors.
Tippie Buddies
Connects international and domestic students to share cultures and build friendships.
Black in Business
A series of programs designed to broaden the perspectives of Black students and expose them to mentorship opportunities.
National Diversity Case Competition
A two-day event hosted by the Kelley School of Business that brings together top-level, diverse students from across the country.
Student organizations
Reaching OUT in Business
Promotes professional development, provides support, and creates a welcoming environment for LGBTQ and ally students.
Women in Business
Offers networking events, summits, and leadership opportunities to support the success of women at Tippie.
Multicultural Business Student Association
Builds diversity on campus by offering opportunities to connect with organizations and people who value diversity.
InvestHer
Empowers women in finance by providing workshops, discussions, and speakers who can help members navigate their options within the field of finance.
Greater China Business Association
Provides training, resources, and networking opportunities to educate students on American-Chinese business relations, etiquette, and trends.
”As part of the Multicultural Business Student Association, we put on a Diversity in Business Summit. It was one of the moments that I thought, ‘This is going to matter.’”
