Mission Statement
The Rinker Center for Global Affairs connects Ball State University with the world through innovative global education opportunities.
We foster collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships across campus and the globe and strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for our diverse global community.
2040 Vision
The Rinker Center for Global Affairs strives for accessible and diverse global education opportunities for every member of the Ball State University community.
We Value:
–Impactful and inclusive global cooperation, cross- and inter-cultural opportunities intentionally accessible to all, to advocate for a more peaceful world.
–Professional, respectful, and open dialogue that fosters curiosity, learning, innovation, kindness, and acceptance.
–Promoting the intersection between global and local.
–Consistent and respectful communication, approached with humility and the assumption of good intentions.
–Open, transparent, and collaborative sharing of accurate and consistent information.
–Striving to understand and meet the needs of our communities that have been overlooked and underserved.