Vibrant Variety in the Kingdom of God
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Fuller
For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you. For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.
Romans 12:3-8, NIV
Fuller Seminary is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all students, faculty, and staff.
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About
Fuller Seminary is committed to fostering a welcoming and equitable environment for all students, faculty, and staff. The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion recognizes that each person has gifts, talents, and interests uniquely designed by their Creator. The office is committed to obeying the command to love our neighbor as ourselves (Mk 12:30-31, cf. Mt 22:37-39; Lv 19:18) and works to foster a community of hospitality, care, and inclusion that recognizes the imago Dei in each and every person. An environment that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, languages, ethnicities, geographical locations, and cultures creates a space where learning can flourish.
Inclusion at Fuller
The Diversity Council is committed to creating a space for faculty, staff, students, and the community to feel welcomed and represented at Fuller.
Team
Karla Stevenson
Administrative Assistant to the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Diversity Council
The Diversity Council exists to bridge the gap between different departments and sectors within and outside of the Fuller community to develop and promote diversity for Fuller NEXT. The Diversity Council works to create hospitable and healthy spaces for students, faculty, and staff to discuss issues of bias or inequity experienced at Fuller, and helps to ensure equitable policies across the Fuller campus.
Co-Chairs
Daniel Lee
Co-chair of the Diversity Council
School of Mission and Theology & Dean of the Asian American Center
Council Members
Kim Bermudez
Office of Translation
Fara Choi
Academic Advising
Mikhael Cometa
Housing Office
Theresa Crooks
Creative Production and Branding
Ruth Delania Delgado Ruiz
MA Student Representative
Karin Detweiler
Access Services & Academic Support
Anna Diaz
School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy
Arizona Campus
Christin Fort
School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy
Kayla Johnson
Pannell Center for Black Church Studies
Meg Kirk
Division of Formation
Isabel Leus
Information Technology
Helen Lim
Korean Studies Center
Yosam Manafa
Student Representative
Bernadette J. O'Halloran
Human Resources
Soong-Chan Rah
School of Mission and Theology
Karla Stevenson
Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Chloe Sun
School of Mission and Theology & Chinese Studies Center
Sara Wells
Office of Teaching and Learning
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Incident Reporting
Fuller Theological Seminary is committed to providing and modeling a learning, working, living, and community environment that is free of unlawful or prohibited discrimination in all of its policies, practices, procedures, and programs. This commitment extends to the seminary's administration of its educational policies, admissions, employment, educational programs, and activities. In keeping with this commitment, the seminary does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
In keeping with Fuller Theological Seminary’s commitment to Race, Ethnicity, and Justice Statement it is vital that we address the behaviors that are not consistent with Fuller's commitments. Harassment or other forms of bias are destructive to individuals and the community; they may be considered a violation of Fuller’s Community Standards or other seminary policies prohibiting harassment, discrimination, sexual misconduct, or retaliation. For any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected].
Ethnic Centers
The five Ethnic Centers offer academic and social support for students from diverse backgrounds. Each center contributes to the cultivation of a rich community of intercultural understanding at Fuller.
Center for Asian American Theology and Ministry
Students at Fuller’s Center for Asian American Theology and Ministry are equipped with a contextualized gospel that enables them to more wisely and fruitfully lead as an Asian American or in Asian American contexts.
Korean Studies Center
코리안 센터는 신학과 선교학을 연합하여 다양한 학위 프로그램을 개설하여 한국과 미국 그리고 전세계에 있는 사역자들에게 교육프로그램과 연구자원을 제공하고 있으며, 컨퍼런스와 세미나를 개최하고 연구와 출판을 통해서 지역교회와 선교단체와 지원하고 있습니다.
Centro Latino
Nuestro compromiso es caminar con la iglesia y comunidad latina mundial aprovechando su riqueza cultural de cinco siglos de testimonio del Reino de Dios en nuestras emocionantes historias, bellas tierras, talentosa gente y transformadoras migraciones mundiales. El Centro Latino está listo para caminar con toda/o discípula/o de Jesucristo rumbo a la construcción de un mundo mejor, que honre a Dios y dignifique a su creación.
William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies
The William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies seeks to expand the formation of today's Christian leaders, deepening their understanding of and engagement with the African American church and its contributions to society.
Chinese Studies Center
Bringing together Chinese Christians from around the world, the Chinese Studies Center surges with synergy, enabling cross-cultural exchanges within the worldwide Chinese church, from which all receive strength and inspiration.
中華研究中心
中華研究中心透過聚集全球華人基督徒，發揮協同效應，促進全球華人教會的跨文化交流，讓大家在其中得力且受啟發。
Land Acknowledgement
Fuller Seminary recognizes the people who have historically lived on these lands and were stewards of it. Acknowledging this history and consistent with the Seminary’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. It also recognizes the imago dei, humanity, and sovereignty of the people who originally inhabited these lands.
“Land acknowledgment is a traditional custom that dates back centuries in many Native nations and communities. Today, land acknowledgments are used by Native Peoples and non-Natives to recognize Indigenous Peoples who are the original stewards of the lands on which we now live.”*
The land on which the Fuller Pasadena campus stands is part of the historic homeland of the Tongva people. We pay respect to and acknowledge the resilience and strength of the Tongva peoples past, present, and future and their continuing presence in the homeland and throughout the Tongva diaspora.
The land on which the Fuller Phoenix campus stands is part of the historic homeland of the Akimel O'odham (Upper Prima), O'odham Jewed, and Hohokam peoples. We pay respect to and acknowledge the resilience and strength of the Akimel O'odham (Upper Prima), O'odham Jewed, and Hohokam past, present, and future and their continuing presence in the homeland and throughout the Akimel O'odham (Upper Prima), O'odham Jewed, and Hohokam diaspora.
The land on which the Fuller Houston campus stands is part of the historic homeland of the Karankawa, Sana, and Coahuiltecan peoples. We pay respect to and acknowledge the resilience and strength of the Karankawa, Sana, and Coahuiltecan peoples past, present, and future and their continuing presence in the homeland and throughout the Karankawa, Sana, and Coahuiltecan diaspora.
Land acknowledgements are not an end in themselves but part of our larger individual, collective, and institutional responsibility to be respectful stewards of Fuller Seminary campuses.
To find out the ancient land on which you live visit, https://native-land.ca/.
*National Museum of the American Indian. https://americanindian.si.edu/nk360/informational/land-acknowledgment