1.1 Mission Statement
Policy 1.1 Mission Statement
Board of Trustee Approval: October 7, 2025
Revised: August 4, 2026
The College will adhere to the following mission statement:
The mission of ÎÛÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ is to provide educational opportunities of the highest quality to all we serve.
Core Values
Integrity
ÎÛÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ treats its students, faculty, and staff fairly and stands behind the commitments
that are stated or implied in its policy documents and promotional materials. The
college demands academic work that is honest and rigorous and that meets the expectations
of employers and baccalaureate-level institutions.
Helpfulness
The staff and faculty of ÎÛÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ are genuinely and eagerly helpful to the college’s
students and to each other. Going the ‘extra mile’ is expected behavior at ÎÛÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ.
Excellence
ÎÛÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ provides educational programs of the highest quality and then provides the
support necessary to promote student success. Similarly, the college employs faculty
and staff who are exceptionally well-qualified to promote educational excellence and,
in addition, encourages and supports them in the performance of their jobs.
Respect
The atmosphere of ÎÛÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ is one of respect, friendliness, and
civility—values which are taught to students by the way in which staff and faculty
interact with them and with each other.
Opportunity
Opportunity is at the core of ÎÛÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ’ mission. The college provides educational
opportunities to the students who enter through its open doors, opportunities for
growth to the area’s businesses and lifelong learners, and opportunities for professional
and personal development to its faculty and staff.
Equal Opportunity Statement
ÎÛÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ is committed to advancing access and opportunity for all students by fostering an environment where every individual is treated with respect and fairness. The college strives to ensure that all students have the support and resources they need to succeed. We are dedicated to removing barriers that may hinder participation or achievement and to promoting a campus culture rooted in mutual respect and equal opportunity.
College Goals
LEARN:
Provide accessible, high-quality educational opportunities through flexible and relevant course and credential offerings, workforce training, diverse technical and transfer programs, and comprehensive student support services. Prepare students and community members of all abilities to meet their academic, career, and personal goals while thriving in a globally connected world.
ENGAGE:
Foster purposeful, supportive collaborations with educational institutions, industry workforce partners, and the community to promote student learning and lifelong engagement through inclusive support services and accessible pathways, while meeting evolving workforce demands and enriching the local culture and economy.
BELONG
Cultivate a welcoming environment where students, faculty, staff, and the community feel valued and connected through a shared purpose, community involvement, a vibrant campus life, and a commitment to excellence in resources and personnel.