Kentucky State University (KSU) is a public comprehensive liberal arts and Land Grant institution that provides a nurturing learning environment for the education of critical thinkers who are expected to become transformational societal leaders in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, other regions of the United States, and the world. As a Historically Black College and University, KSU is committed to opportunity and access, and dedicates itself to responsibly preparing a diverse student population for the ever-changing demands of the workplace. Through a student-centered campus focused on experiential learning, students become successful scientists, scholars, and business and community leaders who are academically prepared with the necessary skill sets to contribute and thrive in the 21st century global environment.

The following values are essential to achieving the University's mission:

In everything we do, our students come first. We strive to create an environment that values the unique backgrounds, perspectives and talents of all our students and provide them with the academic, leadership and social tools to help them grow as responsible, knowledgeable and creative global citizens. We encourage attitudes and behaviors that lead to a desire to learn, a commitment to goals and respect for the dignity of others. Ultimately, we encourage attitudes and behaviors that build success.

We believe in student’s potential to learn and to connect what they learn inside and outside the classroom to solving problems for productive changes. We strive to offer excellent academic programs; to encourage exploration and discovery through providing outstanding instruction, technology and facilities; and to ignite a curiosity toward the world and a passion for lifelong learning. We seek to reward the pursuit and achievement of excellence and innovation in an environment where freedom of thought and expression are valued. We want all members of our campus community to leave a mark through their creativity, curiosity, discovery, exploration and ingenuity.

We encourage the sharing of information in an open and responsible manner while maintaining the highest ethical and moral standards. The standards are reflected in our commitment to accountability and to personal responsibility for our choices and actions. We encourage respect for the dignity, diversity and right of individuals. We welcome all students who commit themselves to learning, knowing that students and faculty with diverse perspective enhance our classroom experience.

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