Me Visit Apply Give A-Z People Calendar Maps Search ABOUT ACADEMICS ADMISSIONS & AID STUDENT LIFE ARTS ATHLETICS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION We could say you are welcome at Calvin, no matter your background—but that might be missing the point. You are welcome at Calvin, and your background does matter. Our backgrounds are part of our identities and shape the stories of our lives. We know that creating a welcoming space where all stories are heard and valued makes for richer conversations, scholarship, and community. At Calvin, we are committed to creating an atmosphere where diversity and inclusion flourish. Our commitment includes welcoming community members from various races, ethnicities, cultures, genders, and abilities. We don’t have it all figured out yet, but with grounded hearts and open minds, we are building a stronger community in every area of campus. D&I EVENTS AND RESOURCES D&I SMALL STEPS OVERVIEW OUR COMMITMENT DIVERSITY LEADERSHIP GET INVOLVED FAQ CONTACT We are dedicated to this pursuit Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video tag. NEWS EVENTS CALVIN DIVERSITY LEADER SCRIPTS PLAYBOOK FOR CHRISTIAN ORGANIZATIONS November 5,2021 Michelle Loyd-Paige, Calvin University's executive associate to the president for diversity and inclusion, recently co-authored a book that provides recommendations and guidance for Christian organizations related to diversity and inclusion. CALVIN UNIVERSITY SELECTS NOAH TOLY AS PROVOST April 19,2021 Noah Toly will begin his tenure as provost of Calvin University on July 1, 2021. Toly currently serves as executive director of the Center for Urban Engagement and chair of urban studies at Wheaton College. COLLEGE ACCESS PROGRAMS REMOVE BARRIERS, BUILD BRIDGES February 25,2021 In 2021, Calvin University is introducing two new summer programs in an effort to foster access, interest, and readiness for postsecondary education. NO BORDERS AT CALVIN UNIVERSITY December 23,2020 Calvin University created an online cohort so that international students who could not make it to campus this fall would have an option to begin their time at Calvin. This fall, 65 students completed their first semester online, and all 65 intend to continue online or in-person this spring. SHARING OUR STORIES What does it mean to be part of a diverse community? How can we experience authentic inclusion? Sharing stories helps us to interpret these questions and respond to the world around us. The following quotes offer glimpses into the pursuit of diversity and inclusion in our community. Calvin grad combats poverty in Harlem by expanding students’ worlds Deborah Walker ’05 is a teacher in Harlem Children’s Zone, an organization that covers 100 blocks of Central Harlem and takes a comprehensive cradle-to-college approach to combatting poverty. She sees her Calvin education influencing her everyday work with sixth-grade students: “Everyone’s around the mission of getting these kids to go to college and combatting poverty and expanding people’s worlds, because a lot of people in New York—if you live in a certain borough, especially if you’re born in poverty, you don’t get beyond your block or beyond your borough. Teaching for me is an act of service, just interacting with kids and finding ways to love them and let them know they’re cared for and they matter. This is something I love and I’m passionate about… it’s me giving something to God and giving something back to the world, in a way. That’s what I learned here [at Calvin] that I take to every place I go.” ‹ › “ My hope is that the Calvin community becomes increasingly marked by diversity, inclusive excellence, cultural competency, and global awareness. Affirming the fundamental Christian belief that all humans are made in the image of God, Calvin must address the sins of inequality and exclusion around race and ethnicity, and act toward a vision of shalom marked by racial and ethnic justice and reconciliation. Moving toward these objectives helps Calvin to achieve its FEN commitments and accomplish its primary work of preparing students for lives of renewal in an increasingly diverse world.” President Le Roy, 2013-14 Multicultural Affairs Committee report Why does Calvin have UnLearn week? – Oct. 9, 2013 Why Diversity Matters – Oct. 10, 2012 JOIN THE CONVERSATION You’re invited to speak your experience and listen to the experiences of others. Following God and learning from our peers, we can live out the biblical principles of reconciliation as we fight the sin of racism and celebrate the diverse body of Christ. When learning isn’t enough We are eager to learn, but how often do we take the time to unlearn the stereotypes and misperceptions that build barriers between us? For almost 15 years, students have championed the tradition of Unlearn Week, a dedicated week of events and discussions about multiculturalism and anti-racism. With past events like the World Food Fair, Poetry Jam, and a one-man play on racial identity, each year’s Unlearn Week promises to bring memorable celebrations and conversations about the cultures around and among us. ‹ › 17% U.S. ethnic minorities in Calvin’s student body 13% International students in Calvin’s student body 140 Multicultural scholarships awarded to U.S. ethnic minorities ‹ › COMMUNITY RESOURCES No one member of our community can effectively work for diversity and inclusion alone. However, by working together through both trials and victories, we can create true change on our campus and around the world. Here are some resources to help you get connected. 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