Inclusion and Belonging
What we believe shapes how we act
Cal Lutheran's mission is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice.
Informed by Lutheran higher education’s deep roots, we recognize the dignity of every person and their unique gifts as essential to the common good. We cultivate an environment where learning is both rooted in tradition and open to change, fostering curiosity, humility, and the courage to address societal challenges.
Education at Cal Lutheran is a communal endeavor—one that calls us to give and receive in ways that build an inclusive and equitable society. We acknowledge the limits of our knowledge, yet remain steadfast in our pursuit of wisdom, justice, and the flourishing of all.
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging (DEIJB) is
an extension of our faith-driven call to love and serve our neighbors. In doing so,
we prepare students not just for their careers, but for meaningful lives of advocacy,
leadership, and purpose in an ever-changing world.
Offices & Programs
Learn about the units that support DEIJB at Cal Lutheran.
Center for Cultural Engagement and Inclusion
A space for students to engage and organize on current social justice issues.
Center for Equality & Justice
Supports orgs with similar goals and helps students impact the community positively.
Center for Global Engagement
Infuses global learning and perspectives into the academic and co-curricular experience.
Dream Act Students (DACA)
Works closely with undocumented, underdocumented, and DACAmented students.
Center for Economic Research and Forecasting
Presents the annual U.S. Latino GDP report, as part of a broad research agenda.
Faculty Development
Facilitates informed, culturally responsive, and sustainable professional education for campus faculty.
Hispanic-Serving Institution
Learn about our Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation and initiatives.
Student Support Services
Supports first-gen students, income-qualified students, and students with disabilities.
TRIO Pre-University Programs
Provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance.