DEI Strategic Priorities

Westminster’s DEI programming is guided by five strategic priorities that were created over a series of several years and with input from all corners of our community. 

In 2020, Westminster embarked on a strategic planning process to advance our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, beginning with a thorough review of DEI-related endeavors spanning from the School’s founding.

Westminster enlisted the expertise of SIR, a strategy management consultancy firm, to facilitate a community-wide survey in spring 2021, which pinpointed key areas that shape the foundation of our comprehensive strategic plan. Through this valuable community input, it became clear that our foremost priority was fostering a culture of belonging—ensuring that all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to fully thrive at Westminster. 

The School then partnered with illuceo Consulting Group to conduct a thorough assessment of our community’s culture and climate. This assessment evaluated our capacity to fulfill our vision and mission, leveraging data collected from the SIR survey, the 2019 Student Mental Health Survey, and the 2016 Alumni Survey. Additionally, illucio engaged more than 70 community members representing diverse backgrounds and constituency groups in focus groups and interviews. This extensive process aimed to clarify the key insights derived from the earlier surveys and identify actionable areas for improvement.