Core Values

• F Fostering Creativity: Encouraging and nurturing artistic and scientific creativity among students, faculty, and staff. This value emphasizes the importance of innovative thinking, originality, and imaginative expression.
• A Academic Excellence: Striving for high academic standards and promoting a culture of intellectual rigor. This value emphasizes the pursuit of knowledge, critical thinking, and a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship.
• R Respect for Diversity: Valuing and celebrating diversity in all its forms, including cultural, ethnic, social, and intellectual diversity. This value emphasizes creating an inclusive and supportive environment that respects and appreciates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds.
• O Open-mindedness: Encouraging open-mindedness and fostering an environment that promotes intellectual curiosity and a willingness to explore new ideas and interdisciplinary approaches. This value emphasizes the integration of arts and sciences, as well as interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-pollination of knowledge.
• O Outreach and Engagement: Engaging with the community, promoting public access to arts and sciences, and actively contributing to the betterment of society. This value emphasizes the college's commitment to social responsibility, civic engagement, and public service.
• K Knowledge Transfer: Facilitating the transfer of knowledge and skills between academic disciplines, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and encouraging lifelong learning. This value emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary education, interdisciplinary research, and the application of knowledge beyond the boundaries of specific disciplines.