Mission, Values, & Vision

Strategic Vision
The College is a strong and effective organization capable of addressing emerging needs:

• Mutual trust pervades the campus climate
• A positive organizational climate is maintained through intentional selection and development of faculty and staff
• Learning, growth, and improvement are encouraged and nurtured as we adapt to change in a global environment
• Students, faculty and staff assume responsibility for their own future

Programs and services build, rebuild and move the community forward:

• Programs and services stress relevant learning outcomes
• Learning outcomes of programs and services prepare students for enhanced employment and educational opportunities
• The College continues to lead and partner in community economic recovery, growth, and development
• International connections help expand student, faculty, and staff concepts of the changing world and our role in it

The College’s primary focus is teaching and learning:

• Excellentprograms and services meet the needs of individuals and organizations
• Faculty and staff model and inspire a passion for learning
• Core competencies for lifelong learning are integrated into programs and services
• Green and sustainable practices protect our natural resources and model best practices for the local community.