The Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award is an annual distinction issued by the Insight Into Diversity magazine. This award recognizes colleges and universities across North America that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Legacy of Diversity & Inclusion

Temple University has received the HEED award for the third consecutive year, honoring its commitment to equity and belonging. This national award reflects Temple's dedication to providing accessible, high-quality education to a diverse student body.

2024 HEED Award Recipients

Find Temple University among the full list of HEED Award recipients this year.

https://www.insightintodiversity.com/about-the-heed-award/2024-heed-award-recipi…

View the list of past HEED recipients (2022 & 2023) here.

2024 News Release

Learn more about our efforts in receiving this year's award.

2024 News Release

2022 News Release

Celebrate our first year recognized as a HEED recipient.

https://news.temple.edu/news/2022-09-13/heed-award-celebrates-temple-university-…