Belonging, Diversity & Equity
LIVES OF CONSEQUENCE
As a matter of our educational philosophy as a residential, liberal arts institution, we believe that in order for students to thrive, they must feel a sense of belonging in the classroom, residence halls, dining halls, and through their co-curricular experiences. We strive to create a campus where all students, faculty and staff feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute fully.
We believe that diversity in identity, faith traditions, political commitment and perspectives strengthens our community, enhances learning and prepares us to lead lives of consequence. By embracing and celebrating our differences, we cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages open dialogue, critical thinking and meaningful engagement with the world around us.
Campus Resources
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The Adams Intercultural Center is a welcoming space that fosters an environment where students find support and are challenged to reach their full potential.
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Bringing the classroom into the community, the Center for Community Engagement and Service-Learning encourages students to become engaged in Geneva and the surrounding Finger Lakes region.
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The Counseling Center enhances the well-being of students through facilitation of emotional, interpersonal and intellectual development.
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ODEI works with partners across campus to create an educational, residential and professional environment where all community members feel valued and respected.
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The First Generation Initiative builds a connected and supportive community of first generation students, faculty, staff and alumni.
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Contribute to initiatives and dialogues that build cross-cultural understanding, celebrate diversity, promote inclusion and expand social justice.
FISHER CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF GENDER AND JUSTICE -
HEOP provides access to educationally and economically disadvantaged students.
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The Office of Human Resources is committed to attracting and supporting faculty and staff that represent the racial, ethnic and cultural diversity of the nation.
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HWS Votes is a non-partisan group of student leaders devoted to voter registration and the continuous education of the HWS and Geneva communities.
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International and exchange students from more than 30 nations enrich and enhance the HWS campus.
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The LGBTQ+ Resource Center fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of the HWS community through programming and partnerships that promote inclusion.
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Personal Empowerment provides classroom, peer to peer and leadership opportunities to facilitate emotional intelligence skills in all aspects of students’ lives.
PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT -
Designed to help higher education professionals and students communicate across difference, Perspectives is an e-learning platform created by The Constructive Dialogue Institute and the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators in Higher Education.
PERSPECTIVES -
A national organization, POSSE identifies promising youth in public high schools who show academic and leadership potential, expanding the pool from which top colleges and universities recruit students. HWS has two POSSE partnerships: Los Angeles and Chicago.
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Established in 2000 by President Mark D. Gearan, the President's Forum brings a variety of speakers to campus to share their knowledge and ideas with students, faculty and staff, as well as with interested community members.
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The Office of Spiritual Engagement celebrates the pluralism of contemporary life, promotes a respect for the dignity of every human being, and is committed to justice and peace.
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The Stern Family Forum, generously funded by Honorary Trustee Herbert J. Stern ’58, P’03, LL.D. ’74 and Trustee Samuel A. Stern ’03, supports public discussions with notable guests who bring nuance to difficult, sometimes controversial subjects.
STERN FAMILY FORUM