Mission & Vision

Mission Statement
51°µÍø’s mission is to serve as a dynamic educational institution that empowers students to meet their personal and professional goals, and to collaborate with our business and community partners to support their growth and success.
Values & Guiding Principles
Value: Educational Excellence
- Principle: We develop and deliver high quality educational experiences that are relevant and responsiveÌý
- Principle: We offer educational pathways that provide value to our learners, industry partners and communitiesÌý
- Principle: We foster lifelong learningÌý
Value: Respect for All
- Principle: We provide opportunities that are equitableÌý
- Principle: We encourage diverse perspectivesÌý
- Principle: We treat others with empathyÌý
Value: Honesty & Integrity
- Principle: We act with altruism, transparency, and compassionÌý
- Principle: We strive for fiscal responsibility and environmental sustainability in all aspects of our operationsÌý
Value: Collaboration
- Principle: We work collaboratively with our community partners to create opportunities for current and future generationsÌý
- Principle: We work collaboratively with other institutions of higher education to create meaningful transfer pathwaysÌý
- Principle: We work collaboratively with our industry partners to continually adapt our programs to meet the needs of a changing economyÌý
November 16, 2022
Vision
We will inspire all our students to become skilled individuals who thrive in their careers and have a positive impact on their communities, the workforce, and society.
November 17, 2022