MU Recognized for Inclusive Excellence

Once again, Millersville University received the 2025 Higher Education Excellence and Distinction Award from "Insight Into Academia" magazine. This is the 14thyear in a row that MU has been awarded this distinction. The annual HEED Award is a national honor recognizing U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to academic excellence, belonging and community-building across all levels of campus life.

"Fostering a sense of belonging among all of our students is critical to their success in the classroom, and the success of the campus community as a whole," says Carlos Wiley, executive director for inclusive excellence. "We strive to create a compassionate community that makes space for everyone to be their whole, authentic selves."

One of two PASSHE institutions to be honored with this national award, Millersville will be featured in the October 2025 issue of "Insight Into Academia" magazine.

Millersville University was selected to receive the HEED award due to its dedication to supporting inclusivity, as reflected in its EPPIIC Values of exploration, professionalism, public mission, inclusion, integrity and compassion. The University's Office of Inclusive Excellence strives to create a place where every student feels valued and belongs. Initiatives such as the preferred name policy, PrideFest, integrated studies program, inclusive research and the Land Acknowledgment demonstrate Millersville's commitment to fostering a welcoming campus. Many students and institutionally sponsored clubs and organizations on campus contribute spaces for those

For more information about the 2025 HEED Award, visit Insight Into Academia.

For more information about EPPIIC Values at Millersville University, visit MU EPPIIC Values.