Building a Beloved Community
Notre Dame’s mission calls us to defend the dignity of every human person, promote a just society in which every person can flourish, and attend particularly to the needs of the most vulnerable.
The Office of Belonging, Engagement, and Mission (BEAM) serves as a wellspring for this commitment, helping to create a more inclusive and welcoming campus environment consistent with the animating purpose of the Congregation of Holy Cross and the ethical precepts represented in Martin Luther King, Jr.’s concept of “beloved community.” Guided by love and compassion, our office partners with individuals and entities across campus to address issues of belonging, engagement, mission, and growth for all faculty, staff, and students.
Love, Light, and Common Ground Microgrants
This initiative is designed to provide resources to faculty, staff, and students interested in creating opportunities—e.g., small gatherings over shared meals, reading groups, discussion groups, etc.—that foster connection, mutual respect, and the discovery of common ground. Awards of up to $500 are available to help nurture the Beloved Community at Notre Dame.
