News from Grand Valley State University

Kaufman Interfaith Institute

Kaufman Interfaith Institute joins Inclusion and Equity

Following seven years of development and growth in the area of interfaith understanding, the Sylvia and Richard Kaufman Interfaith Institute has moved to the Division of Inclusion and Equity. Jesse Bernal, vice president for Inclusion and Equity, said that the institute will allow the division to expand upon its work in religious diversity and furthers the university's strategic plan to be a more diverse and inclusive campus.

Feb 2, 2017


Director receives rare invite to Middle East interfaith conference

Doug Kindschi was one of only 10 global interfaith leaders to attend the conference in Oman.

Dec 8, 2016




Interfaith dialogue to focus on Israel-Palestine conflict

"Can we find common ground between Israel and Palestine?" It's a question that's been asked for centuries as the two nations engage in what's been called one of the most divisive political conflicts in the world, rooted in the question of who owns that land in the Middle East.

Sep 1, 2016



Sigal Lecture to address racial and interfaith justice

Named one of the "15 Faith Leaders to Watch" in 2015 by the Center for American Progress, Rev. Jennifer Bailey is an ordained minister, community organizer and emerging national leader in the multi-faith movement for justice, compassion and peace in the world.

Mar 24, 2016