DEIB in Music

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

a group of 11 students, some seated, some standing, pose for a photo, smiling, laughing and making gestures. At the Michigan State University College of Music, every student is valued for the unique skills, personality, and life experiences they bring to our community, and that diversity is celebrated by students who recognize it as a strength. The College encourages, and our students enjoy, learning from one another, respecting different viewpoints, and supporting the efforts and dreams of each individual.

With focus and intention, we have a heightened awareness of social and cultural issues that affect our learning environment, and our students, faculty, staff, and leadership have embraced positive change at every step. Through our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Committee, student-led support groups, and cooperative efforts throughout the College, we have implemented curriculum changes that allow for the exploration of a more vibrant musical landscape, empowered engagement throughout our community, and utilized diverse strategies including a culture of inclusive dialogue, listening, education, engagement, and action.

Our community – students, faculty, and staff alike – participate in ongoing events often featuring expert guest presenters throughout the academic year. These include workshops, listening sessions, joint studio master classes and more.

A suggested reading list, the history of our DEIB efforts, and related topics are found throughout this site.

Music for Social Justice

Performances and Interviews

Watch his powerful series that includes performances by MSU artists with insightful, often moving comments from the artists themselves. Included are a series of individual segments, episodes from the series on WKAR Public Television, and interviews with College of Music academic faculty.

Music for Social Justice videos

Supporting DEIB efforts

Diversity & Inclusion Outreach in Music

This fund was created to support efforts to recruit highly talented students to the College of Music from diverse backgrounds who will contribute to the intellectual and cultural enrichment of the College. Funds may also be used to foster collaboration, engage in training sessions, bring guest speakers/lecturers, and build diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging efforts/opportunities in the College of Music.

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The Venice L. Peek College of Music Scholarship Fund

Established by Venice L. Peek, this fund is awarded to highly talented undergraduate or graduate students who will contribute to the intellectual and cultural enrichment of the College of Music because of life experiences and those who have exhibited leadership skills, faced adversity and shown an interest in multiculturalism and diversity.

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