Inclusive Excellence
Vision for Diversity
We strive to cultivate a Christ-centered community that fosters flourishing for all. Guided by the biblical narrative of creation, fall, redemption, and new creation, Bethel University strives to pursue God’s reconciling work in the world through developing the climate, composition, and character of “Beth-el,” the “House of God,” honoring our Pietistic and irenic heritage by:
- Embracing the diversity of God’s Creation
- Lamenting human brokenness
- Reconciling with one another
- Embodying shalom
Our mission
In all we do, we strive to develop leaders, scholars, and servants who humbly step into the world, ready to make it a better place. Inclusive excellence means Bethel’s mission is strengthened when we value, engage, and include the varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our students, alumni, staff, faculty, administrators, and friends and families.
The Office of Inclusive Excellence leads Bethel’s pursuit of a transformational educational experience by striving to reflect the house of God in our mission, vision, values, and strategic plan through:
- Character development
- Richness of backgrounds and perspectives
- Campus climate
- Scholarship and teaching