The Department of Classical Studies seeks to foster a kind community of students, staff, and faculty that embraces and advances the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that our differences, which take many forms, enrich our interactions with one another and allow us to achieve a better understanding of the ancient world by examining it from varied perspectives. We therefore celebrate these differences and aim to create an environment of mutual respect in which individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, identities, and outlooks can flourish and express themselves freely.

We fully support the efforts of the College of Arts and Sciences and Indiana University at large to make our campus a place that welcomes all equally and a venue for the pursuit of knowledge where all voices can be heard and all perspectives considered.