Student Life
School Culture: DEI
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38%
Students who identify as people of color -
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Students who come from non-Catholic religious traditions -
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The gender breakdown at Saint Ignatius is approximately 50% female, 50% male
A message from Dr. John G. Igwebuike, Director of School Culture - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)...
We are thrilled you have come to learn more about our department! The work of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a school-wide commitment to creating an atmosphere where all students, faculty and staff feel a strong sense of psychological safety and belonging. Thus, our department works in collaboration with all departments to cultivate an inclusive climate where our Wolfpack community can thrive.
In the spirit of our Ignatian Values, we seek to bolster the twin pillars of our mission-driven work -- love (diversity, inclusion, belonging) and justice (equity). Our mission statement proudly extols our strength as a "diverse community" teaching and transforming young people in the heart of Chicago.
An African proverb
If you want to go fast, go alone. But if you want to go far, go together. Let us go together on our journey of fostering Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Saint Ignatius!
Becoming One Wolfpack
In an effort to introduce our freshman students to the concepts of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, we spend time with them in group instruction. The goal is to engender conversation in a group where peers are equals.
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Guanacaste 2025: Transformational Listening Conference
Guanacaste 2025 is here—our Transformational Listening Conference rooted in the “listening tree.” Please join us as we understand and build the skill of listening through expert speakers, workshops, coaching, and the Listening Awards Luncheon. Come build bridges of community, connection, compassion and collaboration.
Pre-conference
Friday, October 24, 2025 • 3:15–4:00 p.m. • Saint Ignatius
Induction Ceremony
Conference
Saturday, October 25, 2025 • 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. • Saint Ignatius
Includes workshops, keynotes, coaching sessions, and interactive listening activities.
Keynote speakers:
Keynote speakers:
Kelly Siegel-Stechler, Ph.D., is the Director of the Collaborative Discussion Project at the Interactivity Foundation (IF), which provides resources and support to enhance collaborative learning in classrooms, workplaces, and communities. Kelly holds a PhD in Education from Johns Hopkins, and her research focuses on the role of experiential learning, classroom discussion, and school climate in shaping young people’s long-term civic development and democratic engagement.
Al Duncan is an internationally recognized authority on soft skills who travels the world, Helping Young People Build A Competitive Advantage™. His 5 Soft Skills Clusters framework is used by dozens of organizations and institutions, including the Soft Skills for STEM. He has been awarded the National PTA Life Achievement Award and the President’s Call to Service Award for his service and outstanding work with youth.
Listening Awards Luncheon at 12:00 p.m. (on site)
What is “Guanacaste”?
Guanacaste (GWAH-NAH-KAH'-STAY) in Náhuatl, the Aztecs' language, means “Listening Tree.” Inspired by this “listening tree,” the conference invites all of us to become Guanacastes: people who offer shade, welcome, and deep listening to others.
Why attend?
- Deepen connections with family, friends, and the wider community
- Learn from thought leaders in listening and interpersonal bridge-building
- Practice together through guided circles, workshops, and coaching
- Be renewed as we live, love, laugh, lead, and learn to L-I-S-T-E-N—together
With gratitude to our sponsors and supporters:
John S. Files • The Interactivity Foundation • The Goel Family • The Rosado Family
Culture awareness training for students is part of the Ignatius experience.
We hope you'll take time to familiarize yourself with our Respect and No Harassment Policy and our Safe Report Form.
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Examples of Diversity in Our Clubs & Activities
- ADAM (A Day Among Men)
- ALAS (Association of Latin American Students)
- ASIA (Alliance of Saint Ignatius Asians)
- B.O.S.S. (Black Organization of Successful Students)
- Circle of Friends
- Club Erin (Gaelic and Irish Heritage)
- Club Italia (Italian Heritage)
- Club Middle East
- Club Ukraine (Ukrainian Heritage)
- Diversity Club
- French Club (French Heritage)
- IVC (Ignatian Volunteer Corps)
- Kino Teens
- Project Unity (LGBTQA)
- Slavic Heritage Society
- VOW (Voices of Women)
- Special Needs Appreciation Club
- Students Committed to Social Action
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Examples of Diversity in Our Curriculum
- African American Literature
- American Literature and the Myth of the Melting Pot
- Immersion: Social Justice Through Service Learning
- Irish Literature
- Spanish, French, Latin/Greek, Mandarin Chinese (World Languages)
- The Voices of Women: Studies in Women's Literature
- World History
- World Literature
- World Religions
Saint Ignatius College Prep works to promote a culture of respect where every community member feels seen, listened to, and valued.
Saint Ignatius College Prep
Saint Ignatius College Prep, a Jesuit Catholic school in the heart of Chicago, is a diverse community dedicated to educating young men and women for lives of faith, love, service and leadership.
