{"id":140341,"date":"2026-01-29T11:09:47","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T16:09:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orlandochristianuniversity.org\/?page_id=140341"},"modified":"2026-01-29T11:29:35","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T16:29:35","slug":"diversity-position-paper","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.orlandochristianuniversity.org\/pt\/diversity-position-paper\/","title":{"rendered":"DIVERSITY POSITION PAPER"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns alignfull stk-block-columns stk-block stk-1c686a1 stk-block-background stk--has-background-overlay\" data-block-id=\"1c686a1\"><style>.stk-1c686a1 {background-color:#00101f !important;background-image:url(https:\/\/www.orlandochristianuniversity.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/diversity-1.jpg) !important;background-repeat:no-repeat !important;background-size:cover !important;min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;padding-top:80px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:80px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;display:flex !important;}.stk-1c686a1:before{background-color:#00101f !important;opacity:0.5 !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-1c686a1-column alignfull\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-0b8cb1a\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"0b8cb1a\"><style>@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.stk-0b8cb1a {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(4% - 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Grounded in Scripture, the university affirms that all people are uniquely created in God\u2019s image (Psalm 139) and that diversity is a God-given gift that enriches the learning environment and glorifies Him.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The university\u2019s approach to diversity is rooted in the transformative power of the Gospel, which shapes thoughts, attitudes, and actions. Through Christ, barriers that divide humanity are removed, creating unity where division once existed (Ephesians 2:19\u201322). Human sin can distort relationships through prejudice or misunderstanding, yet the Gospel calls the community to repentance, humility, forgiveness, and sacrificial love.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Orlando Christian University affirms this call and the inherent value and dignity of every person. Each individual bears God\u2019s image, and their worth is not dependent on social, cultural, or economic status (James 2:8\u20139). God intentionally places individuals within diverse cultural contexts, reflecting His wisdom and design. This diversity enriches our understanding of God\u2019s creativity in creation and highlights the redemptive work in humanity, which is actively celebrated within our university community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fostering respect for diverse backgrounds requires commitment to unity, accountability, and Christ-like conduct. The university assumes the best of every community member, approaches interpersonal interactions with humility, and emphasizes forgiveness and mutual responsibility (1 Corinthians 13:7; Ephesians 4:32; Romans 3:23). These principles guide our campus environment characterized by integrity, relational maturity, and grace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Orlando Christian University sets instructional objectives and campus behavioral standards to disciple hearts and shape Christian character (Proverbs 22:6; Deuteronomy 6:6\u20139). 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