Educate the BW Community and public at large about diverse worldviews and religions to combat prejudice and stereotypes and increase understanding.
Prepare professionals to reflect on and articulate their own worldviews and to engage diverse communities sensitively, intelligently, and respectfully.
Spread awareness of the calls for compassion and justice in a variety of philosophical, cultural, and religious contexts.
Conduct research on the history of Greater Cleveland’s religious communities and interfaith activities.
Forge connections on BW’s campus and between the BW campus community and external faith-based and community-based partners to foster a network of solidarity.
Highlight and support activities in the Greater Cleveland area related to faith-based, interfaith, and justice-oriented work.
Cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued.
Add to and raise up the collective voices of faith-based and community agencies in Greater Cleveland to advocate for compassionate service and just policies.
Stand up against systemic injustice to create a more inclusive and equitable society where all can thrive.
Promote the values of love, empathy, and respect for the dignity of every individual, regardless of their backgrounds.
The David & Frances Brain Center for Community Engagement (formerly the Office of Community Outreach - OCO) offers a variety of ways to get involved in service at the local, national and international levels. Opportunities include: one-time projects, weekly service programs, alternative break trips, service-learning courses, Peace Corps Prep program, international service, leadership positions, and more!
At the Center for Inclusion we ensure that Baldwin Wallace University encourages the pursuit of intentional excellence and transforms lives by attracting and retaining a diverse community, providing educational opportunities that enhance critical thinking and engagement, cultivating community and sense of belonging, and addressing systemic barriers to success.
The Office of Spiritual Life seeks to aid the BW campus community in aligning the journeys of faith & life as a means to discovering the depths of meaning, purpose, belonging, and joy.
