Division of Student Affairs
The Division of Student Affairs believes that, together, we are uniquely situated to remove barriers, create belonging and support student success.
We support you in a co-curricular environment and provide an experience that inspires you academically, intellectually, socially and emotionally.
With the diversity of our campus community in mind, we use a career readiness approach and social justice framework to foster a culture and climate of care. With equity-minded practices at our core we strengthen your learning experience and provide a transformative education experience.
The Bear Experience
Student learning outside the classroom
Our Guiding Principles
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to supporting students and their families in their transition to UNC and in their personal and academic success. As educators, we know students thrive when they know they matter and when they are both challenged and supported as they learn and encounter new experiences.
Because we want our students to thrive, we provide resources, tools, and opportunities to create a student experience focused on learning, by:
- Creating a strong sense of belonging and campus connection
- Promoting diverse, equitable and inclusive environments
- Developing career readiness
- Supporting wellness and healthy options
- Getting involved, giving back, and developing leadership talent
Mission
We believe that every student has a right to full and equal participation in the university community. We identify and collaboratively eliminate institutional barriers to success and cultivate a student-centered co-curricular experience. We intentionally educate our students on self-awareness, well-being, equity, career readiness, interpersonal engagement, and leadership. We seek to understand who our students are and who they want to become. We shape supportive environments for students to grow and belong as they navigate higher education and beyond.
Vision
The Division of Student Affairs will provide a transformative student experience that positively impacts student access, academic success, persistence, and graduation.
Core Values
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to creating a Community of Bears where students are empowered to develop as leaders, embrace social equity, and become life-long contributors in an increasingly diverse society. Our core values are:
- Community
- Being Student-Centered
- Accountability
- Integrity
- Intentionality
- Social Equity
Featured Resources & Support
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