Our Objectives

To achieve international recognition in multidisciplinary studies in the diversity of life, grounded in ethics related to peace on personal, local, and global levels.

To promote recognition of and respect for both individual and social cultures and their unique contribution to making and sustaining the world.

To focus on differing peoples' relationships with society and nature, family values, and biological and socio-cultural environments.

To transform individuals into leaders with the highest moral, ethical, and professional standards.

To build upon existing University strengths in interdepartmental study of cultures, languages, and literatures.

To work closely with existing University departments and Twin Cities institutions of higher education in developing multidisciplinary programs in Diversity, Ethics and Peace studies.

To ignite inclusive communities where diversity is celebrated, ethics guide action, and peace is actively cultivated.