About the Center for Inclusive Education and Scholarship
The Center for Inclusive Education & Scholarship empowers a vibrant community of scholars through targeted services and programming that foster academic achievement, personal development, and professional success—all within an affirming environment where students are truly seen, heard, and valued. We create lasting impact by validating lived experiences and nurturing the next generation of leaders
Mission Statement
The Center for Inclusive Education & Scholarship (CIES) offers holistic academic support, leadership development, and purposeful programming to enhance student retention and persistence to graduation. Our mission is to empower a diverse community of scholars to achieve academic excellence, engage civically, build social and career capital, and grow as global thought leaders. CIES also serves as a student advocate and catalyst for inclusive learning communities—spaces free from bias and discrimination—where every student can thrive and feel a strong sense of belonging at Drexel.
Guiding Principles
CIES works to empower a community of scholars with:
- Academic excellence – Pursuing progress over perfection, asking for help, utilizing services, as needed, and working as a community sharing knowledge and resources to persist to graduation and achieve academic goals.
- A Growth mindset – Developing skills and building resiliency when facing challenges and setbacks.
- Self-advocacy – Validating student experiences and concerns and knowing how to take effective action to address these needs.
- Cultural Capital – Building connections, valuing mentorship, and understanding the importance of what you know, who you know, and who knows you.
- Community Service – Understanding one's role within community, to give back and positively contribute to social change.
Pillars
- Holistic student support
- Peer mentorship
- Student advocacy
- Fostering a culture of belonging
Drexel's Undocumented and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Students Statement
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and undocumented students are respected members of the 91ÖÆƬ³§ community, and we are committed to promoting educational access, opportunity, and fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment based on integrity, trust, and respect. As a University, we stand in support of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals and commit to providing:
- Academic support and coaching to assist you in persisting to graduation.
- Counseling services recognizing the importance of a holistic approach to your social and emotional well-being.
- Facilitation of learning programs for faculty and professional staff to promote cultural humility and to engage with undocumented and DACA students confidently, positively, and competently.
- Community space where you are seen and heard.
- Referrals to seek legal advice and resources.
For more information and support, please contact Bernetta McCall-Millonde at mccallbc@drexel.edu.
Immigration Resources
- (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services)
- (Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration)