Heartland Community College

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Mission Statement

to_multi_byte(Heartland Community College provides access to higher education and excellence in teaching and learning.'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||'Heartland Community College fulfills its mission via the following institutional purposes and goals:'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||' 1. Prepare students to continue their education or succeed in the workforce through the following:'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||''||chr(9)||''||chr(9)||' 1. the first two years of baccalaureate education;'||chr(10)||''||chr(9)||''||chr(9)||' 2. career/technical education;'||chr(10)||''||chr(9)||''||chr(9)||' 3. developmental instruction, including adult basic education.'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||' 2. Enrich community life through the following:'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||''||chr(9)||''||chr(9)||' 1. non-credit community education programs;'||chr(10)||''||chr(9)||''||chr(9)||' 2. public service activities responsive to community needs;'||chr(10)||''||chr(9)||''||chr(9)||' 3. services to district employers to enhance the economic well-being of the community.'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||' 3. Maximize the potential for student success with academic, financial, and other support services.'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||' 4. Develop the general education competencies of students in critical thinking, communication, and analysis from multiple perspectives.'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||' 5. Facilitate student access by offering instruction and services in convenient locations, times, and formats and by maintaining a moderate tuition.'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||' 6. Foster excellence in teaching and learning by supporting professional development of faculty, recognizing outstanding teaching, and encouraging use of emerging technology and innovative methods.'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||' 7. Continuously improve overall organizational performance through the professional development of all employees.'||chr(10)||''||chr(10)||' 8. Promote appreciation of human diversity and commonality.'||chr(10)||')