Vision

The Division of Mission, Diversity and Inclusion (MDI) is a centralized resource for the university, spearheading curricular and co-curricular experiences, professional development, programming, and assessment around the university's mission and inclusion efforts. MDI leads student access and support initiatives like Reading Collegiate Scholars, Reading Youth Initiative, Clare's Cupboard and Achieve Personal Excellence. MDI organizes spiritual engagement through retreats as well as Catholic, Ecumenical, and Interfaith services and initiatives. The division stewards engagement with the local community through service, Service Learning, Youth Homelessness System Improvement and Alvernia Lifelong Learning. MDI also drives global engagement through Study Abroad, Pilgrimage and Alternative Break experiences.


Mission

The Division of Mission, Diversity and Inclusion is the institutional hub for mission-centered inclusive excellence. Rooted in our Franciscan tradition and our core values of collegiality, peacemaking, service, contemplation, and humility, our offices support the contemplative, spiritual, service, community engagement, inclusivity, and justice work of our university community and our community partners.
 

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Division of Mission, Diversity & Inclusion

Mission, Diversity & Inclusion In Action

Office of Justice, Equity and Inclusion
Office of Justice, Equity and Inclusion
The Office of Justice, Equity, and Inclusion (JEI) promotes understanding, unity, and appreciation of the growing diversity of our campus.
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Day of Service 2023
Holleran Center for Community and Global Engagement
The Holleran Center provides students the opportunity to use their gifts and talents to help those in need and to support local nonprofit organizations.
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Bernardine Franciscan Sisters Motherhouse
Office of Mission & Ministry
The Office of Mission & Ministry provides opportunities for students, employees and alumni to respond to God's call.
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Veterans Center
Veterans Center
The Veterans Center is a comfortable place for veteran students to bond, study, socialize, and share experiences.
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Lifelong Learning
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Our diverse courses for seniors keep your mind sharp, spark new interests and offer a platform to share your expertise.
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