VISION

To be a creative and inclusive academic community that provides state-of-the-art scholarly opportunities in areas that support RWU’s strategic efforts.

Creative

SECCM will take advantage of ever-improving technology and changing consumer demands to be increasingly resourceful in pedagogy, student capstone activities, and research. SECCM will encourage and celebrate those who think successfully outside the box.

Inclusive

The demographics of our student body, faculty, and staff will reflect those of the broader greater regional, national, and global communities. Members of SECCM, however, also recognize that diversity is defined by more than factors that can be observed by sight or sound. Regardless of background or beliefs, all will be welcomed warmly to SECCM.

Academic

Our core efforts will continue to be associated with education and the creation of new knowledge.

Community

Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are viewed not only individually but also as part of a collective. We will value curiosity, professionalism, and compassion. We will be proud to be affiliated with SECCM and its activities.

State-of-the-art

Faculty will utilize proven and cutting-edge pedagogical approaches in the instruction of our students. We will create or update facilities to enable learning and discovery in modern, efficient spaces.

Strategic efforts

We adhere to and support RWU efforts related to academic excellence and engaged learning and discovery, including in interdisciplinary efforts related to SECCM programs. These include but are not limited to Sustainable Oceans and Coastal Futures, Real Estate, STEM Education, and Entrepreneurship. We will capitalize on our location near major urban areas and on the Rhode Island coast to provide exciting out-of-the-classroom activities and to direct research efforts that will benefit our community.