The Center for Diversity and Inclusion empowers students to excel academically and flourish as socially responsible members in a diverse world.

We provide opportunities, resources and advocacy in partnership with the greater Hope College community to promote a Christ-centered culture of equity and inclusion.

Vision

Our community will live and learn together authentically, compassionately and responsibly as influencers for positive social change in our increasingly diverse world.

Guiding Principles

Diversity, equity and inclusion are:

  • Inspired by the historic, ecumenical Christian faith and its call for love and justice
  • Grounded in the Virtues of Public Discourse (humility, hospitality, patience, courage and honesty)
  • Integral components of the Hope College experience for students, faculty and staff
  • Reflective of the dignity and worth of all human beings
  • Sources of enrichment and strength for our community

Diverse Perspectives Blog

  1. My Truth: Hannah Tegtmeyer

    Posted by Hannah Tegtmeyer, class of 2022

    How can we as a community listen to learn instead of listen to respond? The post

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  2. My Truth: Mary Kamara-Hagemeyer

    Posted by Mary Kamara-Hagemeyer, class of 2022

    The Center for Diversity & Inclusion is pleased to release the My Truth Series. This series c...

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  3. My Truth: Nathan Myotte

    Posted by Nathan Myotte, class of 2022

    The Center for Diversity & Inclusion is pleased to release the My Truth Series. This series c...

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  4. My Truth: Vicente Bickel

    Posted by Vicente Bickel, class of 2022

    The Center for Diversity & Inclusion is pleased to release the My Truth Series. This series c...

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  5. My Truth: Mikayla Zobeck

    Posted by Mikayla Zobeck, class of 2022

    The Center for Diversity & Inclusion is pleased to release the My Truth Series. This series c...

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  6. My Truth: Ash Moran

    Posted by Ash Moran, class of 2022

    But, there will also always be people here to support you and uplift you. Find these people. ...

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We need to cherish and preserve the ethnic and cultural diversity that nourishes and strengthens this community — and this nation.

Cesar Chavez