of Fairfield’s Class of 2027 are students of color
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What is MVP?
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆ’s Multicultural Visit Program (MVP) embraces social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion as a distinguishing hallmark of Jesuit education. As a result, the Office of Undergraduate Admission sponsors MVP to support and recruit students with a strong interest in diversity and students from traditionally underrepresented populations.
MVP connects prospective and admitted students with current students, faculty, and staff through intentional visit opportunities and personal connections.
Understanding the importance of being a part of a community that welcomes and supports students of all backgrounds, we hope that after attending an event within the MVP, you will understand your value to our campus and be able to see yourself as a member in Fairfield’s mission for a community that respects and values one another.
Ready to experience being our MVP? Contact us today and check out our program experiences below.
MVP Experiences
Fairfield’s Multicultural Visit Program hosts a variety of visit opportunities for students anywhere in their college search process.
MVP Preview Day
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MVP Preview Day
Interested in visiting campus? Join us for an opportunity to tour campus and meet our MVP staff, students, as well as learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Fairfield. For questions, please contact Marelyn Maces.
Diversity by the Numbers
Embracing our truth, we recognize there is much work to do as we strive to increase our diversity, but our numbers don’t tell the whole story. We are excited about all of the active work that is happening on campus and beyond to make a difference and not just say, but show, that diversity is important. Keep reading to learn more about all of the programs and resources available in Stag Country.
12%
13%
of Fairfield’s undergraduate student body are students of color
576
of Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆstudents are first in their families to attend college/first-generation
19%
of Fairfield’s faculty are people of color
15+
Affinity groups actively celebrating cultures and identities
Campus Resources
Fairfield’s commitment to underrepresented populations is rooted in inclusive excellence and radical hospitality. As an institution that continues to strive at this excellence, we support our students by providing resources and opportunities for them to be successful and make Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆtheir home. Learn more about our University’s diverse student clubs and affinity groups, faculty and administrative organizations, and campus programs and services.
Diversity and Inclusive Excellence
Student Diversity Resources
Student Organizations
Financial Aid
Meet Our MVP Team
One of MVP’s many goals is to make it easy for prospective students to connect with the diverse voices and experiences at Fairfield. If you have important questions or want to learn more about our campus culture, we encourage you to reach out to a member of our Office of Admission Diversity Team.
Marelyn Maces
Assistant Director, Multicultural Admission
Jenelle Abbattista
Associate Director, D.C. Metro Regional Representative
Maryland; North Carolina; South Carolina; Virginia; Washington, D.C.
Max Berryman
Admission Counselor
Connecticut (Litchfield County, Waterbury); Massachusetts (Berkshire & Franklin Counties, Fitchburg County & N Worcester, Hampshire County & Springfield); New York (Westchester County)
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