Community Engagement and Belonging

Community and Belonging at Rider University

Through a range of initiatives, Rider University strives to maintain an environment that upholds our commitment to embrace, respect and value the diverse voices, experiences and perspectives that shape our community.

First-Gen Forward recognition

First-gen Forward Recognition

2024-24 COD Equity and Inclusion Best Colleges logo

College of Distinction in Equity & Inclusion

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Multicultural Student Leadership Institute (MSLI) students

All Broncs BELONG Alliance

The All Broncs BELONG Alliance seeks to nurture, empower and support first-year and transfer students from diverse backgrounds during their transition into Rider.

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The Rider SafeZone Program

The Rider SafeZone Program is a campus wide voluntary program that creates allies, support systems and resources for the LGBTQIA+ community.

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The Julius and Dorothy Koppelman Holocaust / Genocide Resource Center

Gathers and disseminates educational material on the Holocaust and explores the ramifications of genocides through conferences, discussion groups and workshops.

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Two students conversing in the Center for Diversity and Inclusion

Events & Programs

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion supports a number of campus-wide events/programs throughout the year that celebrate our diverse community and advance multicultural understanding.

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Identity-based Student Organizations

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion supports the following student groups in exploring their identities and finding ways of making connections through affinity spaces in order to create a more just and equitable Rider community.

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Resources for First Generation Students and Families

This resource page is designed specifically to provide first-generation college students with the tools and resources you need to succeed both academically and personally.

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