The University of Washington, Seattle campus has made steady gains in supporting the success of its underrepresented minority students, says university officials, noting that the institution has been selected as one of Diverse’s Top 100 institutions for bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees conferred by minority students.
“The UW takes pride in supporting the success of underrepresented minority students during their time on campus, whether for undergraduate or graduate studies,” says Jackson Holtz, a spokesperson for the university.
The success follows a 50-year legacy of work that began with the establishment of the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) and spread to the core values of the institution, according to university officials.
Paul Seegert, the director of admissions at UW, says that he is proud of the driven and diverse set of students that attend the university.
“We admit students who are prepared for college. We have good support systems at the university through the Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity (OMA&D).”
OMA&D’s mission is to “create pathways for diverse populations to access postsecondary opportunities, nurture and support their academic success, and cultivate a campus climate that enriches the educational experience for all,” according to university officials. It’s a mission OMA&D faculty are proud to say they have achieved through their many programs that serve over 26,000 undergraduates and prospective students.
These support services include new student orientation, academic advising, instructional support, mentoring, financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
