Student Affairs at UB
Vision
We envision the Division of Student Affairs as the catalyst for student development by engaging students in transformative learning experiences that support their discovery and achievement of personal and academic excellence. Through these experiences, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed personally and professionally and to embrace their role as contributing members of our university and civic communities.
Mission
The Division of Student Affairs at the University of Baltimore fosters student learning by delivering quality programs and services that support the growth and development of the University’s diverse student population. Through myriad learning experiences designed to develop students who are self-aware and productive members of society, the division partners with the University's academic and administrative divisions to enrich student life on campus for both traditional and nontraditional students. Our ultimate goal is to ENGAGE students in meaningful ways to promote their personal and professional success. As student development professionals, we:
Educate.......focus on student learning
Nurture.......respect students’ unique differences and support their development
Grow...........encourage self-reliance personally, academically and professionally
Advocate.....keep the needs of students in the forefront of University dialogues
Give back....model good campus citizenship through leadership and stewardship
Empower.....give students the tools and resources needed to achieve goals.
Values
The following values guide the work of the division as we pursue our vision and mission and make decisions regarding our operations:
Student-Centered
Students are at the center of what we do and are our reason for existing; we put students first in all that we do. We meet students where they are developmentally and work with them to meet and attain realistic life, education, and career goals. As student advocates, we proactively educate the University community about the needs of our diverse student population and serve as a central resource for students, faculty and staff on student issues. We actively assess the student experience and act on data that is obtained. We promote co-curricular learning and develop programs and services to help students achieve their potential.
Embracing Diversity
The diversity of thought, values, and approach that comes from differences in ethnicity, culture, age, gender, sexual orientation, and other personal dimensions enriches the learning environment for students, staff, and faculty. The Division of Student Affairs believes that it is essential to incorporate diversity into hiring practices, policies and procedures, curricula, program offerings, and general campus dialogue in order to create an inclusive campus community where all students feel valued and respected. A part of this value includes promoting social responsibility among our students.
Acting with Integrity
Building trust through open, honest, and direct communication is at the core of what we do. As student affairs professionals, we must model respect and be accountable for our actions. Operating with integrity will build trust with students, staff and faculty and establish credibility for the division.
Working Collaboratively
Staff and faculty must work together to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment outside of the classroom. Developing partnerships within and external to the university community is key to our mission and will often extend limited resources and improve the quality of the student experience.
Forward-Thinking Excellence
In a time of constant change, the division strives to be on the cutting edge of student affairs practice and strives to be a national model of best practices. We must be innovative and creative in our approach to providing quality programs and services and must think proactively about the best ways to serve the needs of tomorrow’s college student.
