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Mission 

The mission of the Walker Institute is to engage in research, teaching and service to promote:

• understanding of race and ethnic relations, with a special emphasis on the causes of disparities and the contexts in which conflicts as well as shared purposes and perspectives arise;
• appreciation of the diverse peoples and cultures of the United States, with special emphasis on the peoples and cultures of Michigan;
• more equitable and inclusive communities and institutions, especially in this region of the state and throughout Michigan.     

Kalamazoo Matters Publications Education and Community Child Poverty in Kalamazoo New Walker Institute Report on Education, Race and Poverty in Kalamazoo

The Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations is proud to now host Service Learning Opportunities.

The President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll recognizes higher education institutions that reflect the values of exemplary community service and achieve meaningful outcomes in their communities.

New Walker Institute Report on Education, Race and Poverty in Kalamazoo

RaceWire:The Colorlines Blog on Race and Politics

Race & Ethnic Studies Institute

Walker Institute collaborates with PRI to create more equitable and inclusive communities

One Southwest Michigan, One Community Blog

2010 Kalamazoo RACE EXHIBIT Project