View Exclusive AAUP Compensation Survey Data

Diversity Profile

Commitment to Equal Opportunity: 

Otterbein University is an equal opportunity employer and educator.

AA/EEO Office: 

The Office of Diversity is located in Student Affairs in Hanby Hall.

Office Hours

M-F: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (academic year)

M-F: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (summer)

Contact Info: 

Dr. Lisa Patterson Phillips

Director

p / 614.823.1250



Wende´ Nichols

Assistant Director

p / 614.823.1312



Lorraine Martin

Administrative Assistant

p / 614.823.1250

Commitment to Diversity: 

Whether you consider yourself diverse or simply admire all the diversity the world has to offer, make it a part of your Otterbein experience. The Office of Diversity hosts programs for you to explore diverse populations academically, culturally, and socially. Get to know students of color, international students, and GLBTQ students. 

Diversity Education

We believe that education is key to understanding and accepting others. The Office of Diversity gives you opportunities to learn more about other cultures. We can introduce you to cultures that are new to you, and teach you more about cultures you thought you knew. Here are some opportunities to learn and meet new friends.

The Office of Diversity also sponsors several other programs during the year.

Diversity Events

The Office of Diversity sponsors many fun and educational events during the year. Join us and celebrate!

    Diversity Resources: 

    The Office of Diversity is here to help you find your way around the Otterbein community, and the central Ohio community. Here are some resources that may help you during your time at Otterbein.

    The Center for International Education & Global Engagement - The goal of global engagement and international education is to provide structured learning contexts in which students experience and observe values, beliefs, and ways of behaving that are different from their own. Guided, reflective, global experiences facilitate the understanding and  clarification of a student’s own values and permit evaluation of stereotypes and misperceptions as well as the discovery of similarities between diverse populations. Students who have these experiences are better prepared to work effectively in multicultural and global environments.

    Organizations/clubs/social networks: 

    As an Otterbein student, it’s difficult not to get involved on campus! These organizations will help you explore diverse cultures, while making new friends.

    Alumni Organization

    African American Alumni Association

    All Student Organizations

    Otterbein has many other student organizations. Check them all out here!

     

    Community: 

    Otterbein is located in Westerville, Ohio. A suburb of the capital city of Columbus, Westerville provides a warm friendly atmosphere for Otterbein students while remaining conveniently located close to a large metropolitan city that is full of cultural and social opportunities. Closer to home, Westerville’s historic Uptown District is just steps from campus and features a nice selection of restaurants, shops, boutiques, and coffeehouses. In 2009, Westerville was ranked 15th on the Top 100 list of "America's Best Places to Live" by Money magazine.

    Otterbein University believes in giving back to the community, through service, cultural experiences and business partnerships. Community members are invited to explore our art exhibits and attend our music and theatre performances. Businesses are invited to partner with our courses to provide students with real-life learning experiences in exchange for assistance with business programs and plans. 

    More on why community is important to us.

    At Otterbein University’s Center for Community Engagement (CCE), we believe that even small acts can change the world. And we believe that there are many ways to change the world. So we offer a variety of volunteer opportunities in areas that range from planting trees to tutoring children, and from walking dogs to scrapbooking with senior citizens. For those who want to volunteer a few hours each term, and for those who want to volunteer several hours each week, we have it all!

    More on how you can change the world, one small act at a time.

    Back to Top
    SUBSCRIBE