The Mission Statement
As part of the strategic planning process, we revised the institutional mission statement. The previous statement had not changed since 1997 and was not fully reflective of who we are today or of the collective strengths of the three schools: the College of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School of Education and Counseling, and the School of Law.
Our Mission
Lewis & Clark is a premier private higher education institution offering an exceptional education in an inclusive environment. By fostering critical thinking, innovation, creativity, civic engagement, and leadership, both inside and outside of the classroom, we prepare our students for lifelong success in a connected, rapidly evolving world. Our educational programs, including meaningful engagement with research and scholarship, equip students with the knowledge and skills to advance their careers, promote justice, and address urgent societal challenges facing our communities and the world.
Our Values
- We believe in the power of higher education as both an individual benefit and a public good.
- We strive to be a driver of socioeconomic mobility, improving opportunities for economic and social advancement, through individualized educational programs that support students from enrollment through graduation.
- We are guided by a commitment to diversity, equity, sustainability, global-mindedness, and the pursuit of a more just society.
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