ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGE'S MISSION AND GOALS
(College Rule 6Hx23-1.02)(1/27/2009)

MISSION OF THE COLLEGE:

The mission of St. Petersburg College is to provide accessible, learner-centered education for students pursuing selected baccalaureate degrees, associate degrees, technical certificates, applied technology diplomas and continuing education within our service area and globally, while retaining leadership as a comprehensive, sustainable, multi-campus postsecondary institution and as a creative partner with students, communities, and other educational institutions to deliver rich learning experiences and to promote economic and workforce development.

GOALS:

1. Expand student access to baccalaureate programs, bachelor's degrees, graduate degrees, and careers; as well as prepare lower division students for successful transfer into baccalaureate programs through the associate in arts and articulated associate in science degree programs;
    
2. Maintain the "open door" by providing opportunities for under-prepared students to achieve college entry-level skills through college preparatory programs and services;
    
3. Promote the community's economic and cultural development with noncredit programs, continuing education life long learning, and targeted partnerships and leadership initiatives;
    
4. Contribute to the international education of students by providing opportunities that encourage global awareness and perspectives;
    
5. Provide challenging educational opportunities for area high school students through dual enrollment, charter school and similar programs;
    
6. Promote student learning and maximize opportunities for student success by enhancing services delivered by student affairs staff;
    
7. Provide a diverse student body with innovative teaching and learning technologies in various instructional modalities;
    
8. Build/acquire and maintain a high-quality infrastructure, including technology, facilities, and equipment, to meet student and community needs;
    
9. Recruit and develop an outstanding, diverse faculty and staff;
    
10. Perform continuous institutional self-evaluation and efficient and effective operations to assure a culture of excellence in student services and academic success.

The Board of Trustees of St. Petersburg College affirms its equal opportunity policy in accordance with the provisions of the Florida Educational Equity Act and all other relevant State and federal laws, rules and regulations. The College will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, or against any qualified individual with disabilities in its employment practices or in the admission and treatment of students. Recognizing that sexual harassment constitutes discrimination on the basis of sex and violates this Rule, the College will not tolerate such conduct.

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Last Revised Jun 22, 2009
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