1.300 Mission, Vision, and Purpose

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Policy Number: 1.300

Policy Name: Mission, Vision, and Values

Original Adoption: January 23, 1991

Revised: June 23, 1993; May 26, 2004, October 2016, April 2020, May 2025

Next Scheduled Review: May 2030

Responsible Cabinet Member: Vice President for Administration

Department/Office: President


POLICY STATEMENT

Our Mission

Learning is our focus; student success is our goal.

Our Vision

We aspire to be the leading comprehensive community college by providing dynamic educational pathways and support programs that promote student success, while cultivating partnerships within our community.

Our Values

As thought leaders we value: 

  • Access - assist students in achieving their goals by creating a learning community that is accessible, convenient and affordable.
  • Excellence - drive innovation through programs and solutions that cultivate academic excellence and build a highly skilled workforce.
  • Accountability - demonstrate integrity and professionalism by upholding ethical, honest and responsible behavior.
  • Collaboration - facilitate partnerships that enhance learning, address community challenges, support economic development and improve quality of life.
  • Respect - create a culture of kindness that recognizes the dignity and inherent worth of all individuals.