resources, creates opportunities for meaningful learning, engages in effective problem solving, and activates positive system change for all.
Vision of the unit:
The School of Education and Human Development collaborates with partners to offer educational opportunities through which individuals from myriad cultures learn together as a community and grow into culturally competent, highly skilled, professional leaders in a global society.
Goals of the unit:
- Collaborate with partners to create and implement a dynamic strategic plan to transition School of Education programs into programs of distinction.
- Collaborate with partners to improve student recruitment and enrollment.
- Collaborate with partners to increase student retention and graduation.
- Collaborate with partners to improve academic excellence, career readiness, and successful employment.
- Strengthen alumni relations.
- Serve as a learning development resource.
Core Values:
- Commitment to Learn – We believe that abilities and achievements grow through willingness, effort, experience, and persistence.
- Collaboration – We believe that creative ideas and effective solutions stem from openness, partnership, and community.
- Cultural Competence – We fully appreciate our own cultural roots and we believe that understanding and valuing the cultures of others leads to authentic connections and relationships.
- Social Justice – We believe that equitable access to resources and opportunities is the key to personal growth, professional accomplishments, and systemic change.
- Health and Wellness – We believe that excellence comes from enjoying what we do and striving for balance in body, mind, and spirit.
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