Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Resources

At Georgetown, we create an environment where all members of our Hoya community feel like they have a stake, a place, and a sense of belonging that allows them to have a recognized and valued voice. On this page, you will find resources to help you learn more about DEI at Georgetown University & McDonough School of Business.

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McDonough School of Business Diversity Commitment Statement

Our Commitment to Diversity Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business is committed to fostering a community in diversity, one of many Jesuit values embedded in Georgetown’s centuries-old tradition of serving the common good. To us, this means fostering a community that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Many organizations talk about their DEI efforts, but at McDonough, we are actively examining our history and culture to ensure our actions match our words. We are committed to understanding the diverse perspectives and experiences of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni; transparency in our work; and thoughtfully enacting meaningful change within our community and throughout the world.

DEI at McDonough School of Business

In this section: MyHoyaMBA community pages, MSB DEI student leadership, peer supports, MBA affinity organizations, DEI faculty leadership, MBA DEI Board, DEI reports

Tailored Community Resources at MSB

Learn more about the MSB and University resources available to students and allies to learn, connect, and celebrate together. More tailored resources coming soon!

DEI Student Leadership at MSB

MBA SGA FT VP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Askari Rushing
ajr210@georgetown.edu

MBA SGA FX VP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Peer Support | Cohort Reps, MBA Program Ambassadors, & Tutors

DEI Cohort Representatives

DEI Cohort Representatives play a vital role within each MBA Cohort. These dedicated individuals are crucial in fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment. DEI Representatives empower MBA cohorts to embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. DEI Reps are responsible for:

MBA Program Ambassadors

Meet the 2023-24 MBA Program Ambassadors!

MBA Program Ambassadors are here to help you navigate the transition into the MBA community during your first year. PAs help Hoyas maximize their Georgetown MBA experience through consistent support, relationship building, community connections, and sharing resources to foster holistic growth.  

MBA Tutors

Free group tutors are available for some core courses. 

Tutors are students who earn an A or A- in their quantitative core courses and are hired by the MBA Program Office to support first- and second-year students. Learn more about tutors on Canvas, join drop-in tutoring sessions, or hire a private tutor to get one-on-one support.

MBA Affinity Student Organizations

MBA Student Organizations

Georgetown has a range of affinity MBA student organizations that enhance the experience of all MBA students at the McDonough School of Business. With over 40 active MBA student organizations, clubs are an integral part of the student experience and provide diverse opportunities for students to engage and learn with classmates, faculty and staff, the greater Georgetown community, and beyond. Learn more about Georgetown's MBA student organizations

List of Affinity MBA Clubs:

DEI Faculty Leadership

Professor George Comer Director of Underrepresented Minority Student Support. Comer, who also is an associate professor of finance, has served as a mentor to a significant number of URM students during his 20 years at Georgetown. As part of the school’s DEI initiatives, this new position provides him the opportunity and resources to more formally engage the URM population. Comer will serve the Undergraduate Program, MBA, and other graduate students. He will work closely with the students and the respective program offices to provide support and develop programming that will enhance the students’ experience.

Professor Ella Washington (Senior Advisor on DEI initiatives)

Dr. Ella Washington is an organizational psychologist who finds inspiration through the intersection of business, diversity and leadership. Her research examines conditions of workplace cultures that best support inclusion, diversity and equity while also contributing to employee’s individual development. As a member of the management faculty at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, Dr. Washington prides herself on helping to develop and equip tomorrow’s business leaders with skills to be high-performing inclusive managers

MBA DEI Board

The MBA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Board at Georgetown University's McDonough School is a group of student leaders and MBA staff that come together to strategize and drive meaningful change. By actively participating, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our MBA program, ensuring it remains inclusive, equitable, and enriched with diverse perspectives. We will discuss key DEI initiatives, share ideas, and work collaboratively to enhance the MBA experience. 


Members: 

2022 McDonough DEI Report

The second annual DEI Annual Report from Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business shares the 2021-2022 demographic data of the school's community, highlights members of the community working to advance DEI at McDonough, and provides updates on the school's progress toward its framework for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Action and Accountability

Georgetown McDonough is implementing a system of 7 Cs to guide our DEI efforts: composition, communication, curriculum, co-curriculum, careers, community, and culture.

DEI Community Celebrations

Heritage Months at Georgetown

Georgetown University celebrates culture and history through the commemoration of heritage months. During the fall semester, our community comes together to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15); LGBTQ History Month (October); Disability Cultural Month (October); and Native American Heritage Month (November). In the spring semester, we celebrate Black History Month (February), Women’s History Month (March), and Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (May).

Source: Georgetown University page

Heritage & History Months at MSB

Please join us in marking National Heritage and History months throughout the year. Keep an eye on your email for more information about upcoming celebrations and community-focused events.

Hispanic Latine Heritage Month

September 15 - October 15

Latine/Hispanic GU page

LGBTQ+ History Month

October 1 - October 31

OUTober GU page

Disability Cultural Month

October 1 - October 31

Disability Pride GU page

Black History Month

February 1 - February 28

Black History Month on MyHoyaMBA

Women's History Month

March 1 - March 30

Women's History Month on MyHoyaMBA


AANHPI Heritage Month

May 1 - May 31 

(observed by MSB in late April)

AANHPI Heritage Month on MyHoyaMBA

Multicultural Commencement Ceremony & Events

2024 Commencement Ceremonies

Multicultural Ceremony for Graduate Students

Wednesday, May 15, 2024
3:30 p.m. | Gaston Hall (Healy Hall, 3rd Floor)
5:00 p.m. | Reception: Dahlgren Courtyard

The Multicultural Ceremony is held the Wednesday prior to the Graduate School Commencement Ceremony. It is a ceremony for all master’s and doctoral students in all schools at Georgetown to celebrate their multicultural heritage, diversity and achievements.

DEI Resources on Campus

In this section: DEI Resources Hub, Office of Student Equity & Inclusion, IDEAA, Academic Resources, Community Resources, Center for Multicultural Equity & Access, La Casa Latina, The Black House, Women's Center, LGBTQ Resource Center, Disability Resources, Military Resources, Sexual Misconduct

GU | DEI Resources for Students, Faculty, and Staff

Explore Georgetown-wide DEI community resources for students, faculty, and staff. You can search the table by resource provider, your interest, or your audience membership. For example, search “students” for resources for students, “faculty” for faculty resources, or “staff” for staff resources. 

GU | Office of Student Equity & Inclusion

The Office of Student Equity & Inclusion (OSEI) provides senior leadership a space to create and galvanize a "whole-institution" approach to equity and inclusion through supporting collaboration and providing expertise. The office is a model for the integrative work Georgetown is striving for. This Office has brought key undergraduate programs under one umbrella: Center for Multicultural Equity & Access, Community Scholars Program, Disability Cultural Initiative ,The LGBTQ Resource Center and The Women's Center.

GU | Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action (IDEAA)

The mission of the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action is to promote a deep understanding and appreciation among the diverse members of the University community to result in justice and equality in educational, employment and contracting opportunities, as well as to lead efforts to create an inclusive academic and work environment. The Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action supports the University’s mission.

Learn more at the IDEAA page

GU | Academic Resources

GU | Multicultural Resources

Center for Multicultural Equity and Access

The Center for Multicultural Equity and Access (CMEA) enhances the education of students historically denied access to GU because of race, ethnicity, national origin, socioeconomic status, and other marginalized identities.  To live out this mission, CMEA provides a variety of intentional and culturally-relevant programming, services, and opportunities tccccccccccco foster student success inside and outside of the classroom. They can be found at (202) 687.4054, cmea@georgetown.edu, and on the 5th Floor of the Leavey Center tower. 

La Casa Latina

La Casa Latina is a centralized location of inclusivity in which Latinxs can share their narratives, access resources integral to success on the Hilltop, and engage in vital discussions about the intersectionality of race/ethnicity, class, sexuality, gender, ability, privilege and power within the Latinx identity. In order to unite all members of the Latinx community, Casa Latina will ensure that students feel not only welcomed at Georgetown, but also feel empowered to grow and flourish in all encompassing aspects of the collegiate community. Casa Latina residential opportunities, events, and activities are open to all Georgetown University students regardless of race, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under University policy. Multicultural student organizations are encouraged to utilize the house for club meetings and for social events. 

The Black House

The Black House is one of the dedicated places on campus where all students of color can gather to talk about issues, and meet one another. Black House residents are encouraged to design programs to promote, foster and acknowledge diversity and community on campus. Examples of programs include weekly Hour Glass discussions on topics relevant to the community, a voter registration program, a panel on the impact on the Latino Vote, a workshop on developing a self-brand, and a dance workshop partnering with Groove Theory to name a few. Black House residential opportunities, events, and activities are open to all Georgetown University students regardless of race, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under University policy. Multicultural student organizations are encouraged to utilize the house for club meetings and for social events.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter!

Black Support Resources 

The Black Support Resources Guide was provided by the Office of Student Equity and Inclusion to foster community & support for Black staff, students and faculty at Georgetown. In addressing the murders of  Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, Ahmaud Arbery, and George Floyd and the racial hatred and oppression in the U.S., OSEI offered recommendations to provide support to Georgetown’s students and employees. 


This list of resources is an effort to share social, educational, and health resources. This is not an exhaustive list and if you feel there are resources that are missing from this list and should be added, we encourage you to contact The Office of Student Equity and Inclusion at osei@georgetown.edu. This file includes many resources, including:

The Academic Resource Center (ARC) determines reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis in accordance with documentation from a qualified healthcare provider. Some of the more commonly used accommodations include the following: 

Accessibility Resources Page: great resources for accommodations, physical and digital accessibility, including:

RESOURCES & LINKS

This fall, Georgetown is launching a Disability Cultural Center, an on-campus hub that celebrates disability culture, builds community and provides programming for disabled students, faculty, staff, allies and those interested in learning about disability. The mission of the Georgetown Disability Cultural Center is to support, educate, and empower disabled community members of all cultures, races, sexual orientations, genders and ages, celebrate disabled people’s achievements, and advocate for a climate that promotes social justice.

GU | Women's Center

The Women’s Center opened in 1990 and has been celebrating, honoring and empowering our campus community since its inception. We offer a diverse selection of educational programs, volunteer opportunities, services and resources to engage the Georgetown campus in meaningful ways. We work closely with students, staff, faculty and alumni to address the needs of our community and to create a supportive environment that is respectful and reflects our Jesuit values of Cura Personalis.

Georgetown University | LGBTQ Resource Center

The LGBTQ Resource Center supports the queer community at Georgetown through resources, outreach, advocacy, and programming designed to aid students throughout their journey’s at Georgetown and beyond. The LGBTQ Resource Center at Georgetown is the first such Center of its kind at a Catholic/Jesuit institution in the country. We embrace and celebrate the rich diversity and intersectionality that exists amongst our Georgetown community and strive to uphold the values that allow all students to flourish at Georgetown and beyond.

GU | Military and Veterans' Resource Center

Georgetown University’s Military and Veterans’ Resource Center serves military-connected students as they apply to, attend and advance beyond Georgetown. The Hilltop is home to over 1,200 military-connected students, including service members, veterans, and military families. Our office serves as a liaison and advisor to ensure prospective and current military students receive accurate and comprehensive information about admissions, finances, academic support, career networking, and support services.

GU | Sexual Misconduct Resources

Sexual Misconduct Resources

This site is designed to be a resource for students, faculty, and staff on issues relating to sexual misconduct, discrimination based on sex, and discrimination based on pregnancy, including options for getting help; the University’s policies against sexual misconduct; how to report sexual misconduct; the University’s Sexual Misconduct Reference Guide; and information on getting involved in campus initiatives

National DEI Partners & Recruiting Events

In this section: DEI Partner Organizations, National DEI Conferences, DEI recruiting events

The Consortium is an alliance of some of the world’s leading graduate business schools and business organizations, supported by an extended network of students and alumni. Together, these groups strive to reduce the significant underrepresentation of African Americans, Hispanic Americans and Native Americans in both Member Schools’ enrollments and the ranks of global management Consortium Resources.

Forté Foundation is focused on launching women into fulfilling, significant careers through access to business education, professional development, and a community of successful women. Our powerful alliance of talented women, influential companies, leading undergraduate and business schools, and pioneering donors empowers women to change their career trajectories, earning power, and lives.

The National Black MBA Association helps Black business professionals and career candidates share experiences and insights to help make the corporate journey easier.  Members, sponsors, and prospective employers meet annually to support diversity in the American workplace. 

Prospanica has advocated for Hispanic business professionals for 30 years. At the Prospanica Conference & Career Expo, you’ll find networking events, development opportunities, and a career expo with the country’s leading companies. Open to all MBA students. 

Reaching Out (ROMBA)  is dedicated to educating, inspiring, and connecting the LGBTQ+ MBA community to impact change in the workplace and create the next generation of leaders. 

The MBA Veterans Network is a professional networking and advocacy organization dedicated to connecting military veteran students and alumni of the world’s top universities with employers who value their elite credentials 

Empwr exists to connect leading employers with top business talent in the disability community.  

2024 National DEI Career Conferences

Black Professionals

Sept 17-21, 2024 (Washington, DC)

National Black MBA Annual Conference & Expo

OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS & RECOMMENDED TO JOB SEEKERS


2023 Companies List 

2024 Companies list

NBMBAA Members received 50% off

LGBTQ+ Professionals

Sept 24-28, 2024 (Los Angeles, CA)

Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA) Conference

RECRUITING EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

Review eligibility at Conference FAQs

Request registration code via Out@MSB

Military Veterans

Oct  10-11, 2024 (Atlanta, GA)

MBA Veterans Conference

OPEN TO MILITARY VETERANS ONLY

Review eligibility at Conference FAQs

Hispanic Professionals

Oct  29-31, 2024 (Orlando, FL)

Prospanica Conference & Career Expo

OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS & RECOMMENDED TO JOB SEEKERS


Click here to view employers attending

Professionals with Disabilities

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Nov 3, 2023 (Virtual)

Empwr Disability in Business Super Day

Review eligibility at Event Page

Diversity Career Fairs 2023 Student Guide
Review the Student Guide and find additional insights about each fair. You'll learn about which MSB Staff will be attending the event.

Master list of employers attending the fairs
The McDonough Career Center created a list of employers attending to all DEI Career Fairs. Ensure to review beforea ttending.

Scholarship available for DEI
The McDonough Career Center is pleased to offer MBA students up to $400 in funding to support attendance.

Additional Diversity Recruiting Events

There are many DEI Recruiting Events targeted to specific groups. We encourage you to do your research to learn more about! below you can find some examples:

The Forum is open to first-year, full-time MBA students, including, without limitation, those who identify as female and have an interest in Corporate and Investment Banking as well as Wells Fargo career opportunities. To apply, please submit your application here. The application window closes at 11:59 p.m. EST on Monday, October 9, 2023.

This symposium is open to first-year MBA students who identify as Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American, or women and are interested in pursuing a 2024 Summer Associate opportunity. Click here for more information.

CORE’s purpose is to help transitioning service members and Veterans gain a better understanding of themselves and their career goals, and to build the skills for a successful transition to the civilian workforce. Apply here before October 16, 2023

Resources for Allies

In this section: Event planning guidelines, Past DEI events, Faculty resources, Gender pronouns, Allyship resources

Planning Inclusive Events at MSB

This Event Planning Checklist with DEI Considerations was created to make sure all student organizations host inclusive events. Click here to learn more about it.

Planning an Accessible Event:

When planning an event, please keep in mind the inclusion of disabled participants and speakers in all aspects of planning, from choosing a physical space or venue and promoting the event to when participants exit the event. Though visitors and other members of the University community are encouraged to request accommodations in advance of any event, anticipate that disabled participants will attend your event regardless of whether they request accommodations beforehand. 

Accessibility Tips:

For additional information, review Georgetown's Digital Accessibility Guidelines.

Recent MBA DEI Events

Pronoun Palooza: Crafting Clarity and Inclusivity (Wed, Sep 27, 2023)
Hosted by SGA & Out@MSB

KEGS Identity Stories
(Thu, Sep 28, 2023)
Hosted by SGA & Out@MSB

Safe Bubble Conversations: Hispanic LatinX Community (Mon, Oct 2, 2023)
Hosted by SGA & Latin American Business Association (LABA)

Safe Bubble Conversations: International MBA Students (Mon, Nov 6, 2023)
Hosted by SGA

Fitness Friday!
(Fri, Sep 29, 2023)
Hosted by Black MBA Association BBMBAA

MBA Global Festival
(Nov 06 - Nov 12, 2023)
Hosted by SGA & Various Clubs

McDonough's DEI Faculty Resources

This site is designed for faculty who want to incorporate evidence-based strategies for inclusive teaching and learning to make their courses more meaningful, relevant, and accessible for all of our students. Please explore this website and consider making relatively easy-to-implement changes to your courses that highlight issues around diversity and help all of our students feel included.

Additional resources for Faculty & Staff:

Religious Holy Day Calendar

Georgetown University Campus Ministry's Office created this Religious Calendar.  

To learn more about, please visit their page.

Gender Pronouns

Pronouns are linguistic tools that we use to refer to people.  (i.e. they/them/theirs, she/her/hers, he/him/his). We believe that it is important to give people the opportunity to state the pronoun that is correct to use when referring to them. Pronouns are integral to who we are, and we share pronouns because we want to avoid assuming someone's pronouns based on factors like appearance. By sharing our own pronouns routinely, we encourage others to do the same and demonstrate that we understand the importance of sharing pronouns. Using someone’s correct pronouns is an important way of affirming someone’s identity and is a fundamental step in being an ally. 

Common pronouns include she/her/hers, he/him/his, and they/them/theirs. There are other nonbinary pronouns. It is important to ask people what their pronouns are. If you have questions, politely ask the person if they feel comfortable giving examples of how to use those pronouns. You can also include your pronouns to your materials (E-mail signature, LinkedIn, Zoom, Name Tags & Name Plates).  Please note that including your own pronouns in your correspondence and materials is optional. 

Resources on Allyship                                                                                                         

Books on How To Be An Ally

Looking for more ways to get involved or to connect with your community? Learn more about Georgetown’s DEI resources here.