Engagement & Belonging
All communities, organizations, and groups thrive when they are welcoming and supportive. They also flourish from a range of experiences and points of view that reflect society as a whole. As such, the University of Charleston benefits from the diversity of its people, fosters a community of engagement, and advances a genuine culture of belonging among its students, faculty, and staff.
Consistent with our core values of student focus, integrity, and quality, the University of Charleston embraces and supports efforts to attract diverse students, employees, and board members and to develop engaging processes, programs, events and activities that facilitate a culture of belonging and achievement. Ensuring that all members of our university community have opportunities for personal growth and professional success enables us to live our values, fulfill our mission, and achieve our goals.
The University aspires and strives to do the following:
Be a Diverse Community in Composition and Thought
- Attract and welcome students, faculty, and staff that of all backgrounds and orientations
- Provide formal and informal development opportunities that help us understand, appreciate, and learn from our similarities and differences
Foster a Community of Engagement
- Ensure that all members of the UC community have access to the resources they need to be successful
- Design and deliver activities and events that align with our productive work, enlightened living, and community involvement mission pillars
Enhance a Culture of Belonging
- Promote open communications and facilitate relationships through which people feel valued and heard
- Seek and act on community members’ feedback
By fostering a community of engagement and culture of belonging at UC, we bring out everyone’s best and work collaboratively to build a better future.