Westhampton College Mission &
Objectives
Mission
As a women's college within a coeducational university, Westhampton
College seeks to strengthen women in their intellectual and personal
development, to value diversity in all its forms, and to prepare women
to lead informed, purposeful lives.
Objectives:
Westhampton College seeks to fulfill its mission in
the following ways:
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By strengthening our students’ lifelong
appreciation of friendships, experiences, and connections among women.
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By fostering an environment that promotes respect
for and learning about diverse identities, experiences, and expressions.
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By educating students about the role of gender in
their lives and communities.
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By helping students to integrate curricular and
co-curricular knowledge.
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By providing services that support students
academically and developmentally.
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By encouraging students to take responsibility for
their health and well-being.
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By maintaining and strengthening ties with the
alumnae of Westhampton College.
Principles
These
five principles are what allow the University of Richmond to boast that
women are taken seriously:
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Women are at the center of the education enterprise
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Westhampton students are held to the highest standards
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Role models in the faculty and staff
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Leadership opportunities for women students
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Westhampton College recognizes the tradition of progress in our history
University Mission
The mission of the University of
Richmond is to sustain a collaborative learning and research community
that supports the personal development of its members and the creation
of new knowledge. A Richmond education prepares students to live lives
of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a global
and pluralistic society. Approved March 15, 2005 by the Board of
Trustees
Non-Discrimination Statement
Every University staff
member, faculty member and student has the right to work and study in an
environment free from discrimination and harassment and should be treated
with dignity and respect. The University prohibits discrimination and
harassment against applicants, students, faculty or staff on the basis of
race, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation,
disability, status as a veteran or any classification protected by local,
state or federal law.
Vision
for Inclusive Diversity
The University of Richmond is committed to
developing a diverse workforce and student body and to modeling an
inclusive campus community which values the expression of differences in
ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development,
and institutional success.
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