Vision and Values
“…All students are required to study in the liberal arts tradition, which prepares them to think and act responsibly in a dynamic, diverse and global society. Multicultural content and interdisciplinary programs enrich academic experiences...”
—University Vision Statement
“…the University is committed to promoting an environment in which:
• Academic integrity is valued and expected
• Excellence is sought and rewarded
• Teaching and learning flourish
• Diversity of thought and culture is respected
• Intellectual freedom is preserved
• Equal opportunity is afforded”
—University Values, Purposes and Goals
The University of Northern Colorado’s campus-wide diversity initiative aims to foster a campus community that is inclusive and welcoming of diversity in the broadest sense. The initiative is working to build a campus culture that attracts diverse, competent students and employees, values their diversity, treats them with dignity and respect, and promotes their success. It has four primary elements:
Climate—We will foster a climate that both recognizes similarities and appreciates differences.
Composition—We will work to attract and support a diverse campus community of students, faculty, staff and administrators.
Classroom—Faculty will take the lead in integrating diverse content and teaching methods into the classroom.
Community—Because the university is part of the larger community, we will invite community members to work with us.