The Diversity & Inclusion Committee consists of five subcommittees that are committed to inclusive excellence while supporting the needs of diverse identities:

External Relations Subcommittee

• Promote events and initiatives regarding DEI within DIA to external constituencies using official Fighting Illini social media platforms
• Initiate external communication and marketing campaigns in DIA that celebrate DEI milestones and acknowledgments that are recognized by the University, nationally and internationally
• Committed to attracting and supporting diverse audiences at Fighting Illini Athletic events
• Identifying and maintaining relationships with DIA donors interested in funding DEI-related initiatives

Campus Community Partnerships Subcommittee

• Serve as the liaison between the DIA Diversity & Inclusion Committee and various campus units associated with reinforcing the mission of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion at the University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign
• Responsible for collaboration connected to social justice education, diversity training, and campus belonging resources
• Collaborate with the Student-Athlete Development, Wellness, & Retention subcommittee to identify opportunities for collaboration within the DIA, campus, and greater Urbana-Champaign communities

Allyship & Advocacy Subcommittee

• Serve to establish and maintain an inclusive community to affirm the experiences and perspectives of underrepresented student-athletes and DIA staff
• Committed to highlighting the rights, promotion, and acceptance of underrepresented student-athlete groups while encouraging self-advocacy and empowerment
• Responsible for providing opportunities for education, training, and discussion that focus on promoting understanding and dismantling the structures that impact underrepresented student-athlete groups

Student-Athlete Development, Wellness & Retention Subcommittee

• Plan and implement DEI-related programming that promotes the holistic development of underrepresented student-athlete groups by supporting their unique needs
• Enhance the underrepresented student-athlete experience in the areas of personal growth, leadership, career development, and community outreach and service
• Review and improve workforce development strategies designed to engage, connect, and retain underrepresented student-athletes, staff, coaches, and administrators by way of feedback processes, professional development, and opportunities for mentorship

Awards & Recognitions Subcommittee

• Honor individuals whose contributions, attitude, and behavior demonstrate their exceptional commitment to DEI within the DIA, campus, and Urbana-Champaign communities
• Manage the nomination and selection process for internal DEI awards and recognition using specific selection criteria
• Nominate DIA and individuals for external DEI-related awards and recognition that exist locally, regionally, nationally

Diversity and Inclusion Executive Board

Diversity and Inclusion Committee Members