Galveston College Mission, Vision, Athletic Purpose

Vision

“GALVESTON COLLEGE – opening doors, changing lives.”

Mission

“GALVESTON COLLEGE, an innovative public post-secondary institution dedicated to student success, teaching and learning, creates accessible learning opportunities to fulfill individual and community needs by providing high quality educational programs and services.”

Galveston College Core Values

The Board of Regents has developed a list of seven values that are an integral part of the College Mission and Vision. The values reinforce the Board’s desire to provide ethical leadership and are used in making decisions undertaken by the college community as the Mission is operationalized. From the development of strategic goals to the simplest actions and decisions taken by college staff, these values will manifest themselves.

Access – Providing an open door to learning while extending accessible educational opportunities to qualified students of all ages who can profit from instruction.

Academic Excellence and Student Success – Providing high-quality, learning-centered programs and services that focus on achieving student success and academic excellence while improving student learning outcomes.

Integrity – Fostering a culture of trust, honesty, openness, and fairness, while upholding high ethical standards.

Respect – Fostering an environment that seeks to understand and value the importance and contributions of everyone.

Diversity and Inclusion – Affirming and empowering members of the college community by celebrating diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness.

Innovation – Creating and developing learning opportunities that support business and industry through innovative teaching-learning methods and strategies.

Stewardship – Ensuring fiscally sound business practices to provide the resources necessary to foster teaching and learning for today and tomorrow.

Statement of Non-Discrimination / Equal Opportunity

It is the policy of Galveston College to provide equal opportunities without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, genetic information or veteran status.

This policy extends to employment, admission, and all programs and activities supported by Galveston College.

Inquiries concerning equal opportunity may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator (Director of Human Resources and Risk Management).