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MISSION STATEMENTS
Division of Student Affairs |
In support of the mission of the university, the Division of Student Affairs is committed to the personal, social, and intellectual development of students as they live and learn within a diverse community. Programs, services, outreach activities, and facilities enhance the ability of current and prospective students to apply learning outcomes as they develop independent thought, take advantage of community involvement, and understand global responsibility. |
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| Counseling and Psychological ServicesCenter |
| The Mission of the Counseling and Psychological Services Center is to support the personal, interpersonal, intellectual, and ethical development of students as they live and learn within a diverse community. This is achieved through enhancing psychological growth, emotional well-being, cognitive development, and learning potential of students in and out of the classroom. This is implemented through provision, promotion, facilitation, and recommendation of mental health services for the University community. A holistic-wellness model, a systems-community perspective, and a collaborative orientation provide the foundation for the development and delivery of center services. |
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| Educational Talent Search |
| The Educational Talent Search Project will serve at least 900 eligible youth from the six westernmost counties of North Carolina and the Cherokee Indian Reservation by following the carefully detailed intervention plan defined in our approved grant application. We will provide innovative and focused guidance programs that assist our participants in completing secondary school and matriculating into the post secondary educational programs of their choosing. |
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| Enrollment Support |
| Supporting the Division of Student Affairs mission, the Office of Enrollment Support coordinates the division’s recruitment and retention activities and serves as the liaison to Admissions, Advising, Enrollment Management, and Orientation. This unit collaborates on programs, services and outreach activities to enhance the learning environment/educational experience for current and prospective Western Carolina University students. |
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| Fitness Center |
| The mission of the WCU Fitness Center is to provide activities that contribute to the health, well-being and social development that enhance the students’ learning outcomes. The Fitness Center facilities provide a positive and healthy environment in which participants can engage in strength training, cardiovascular training, educational programs, incentives, and special events. With a personal commitment, the Fitness Center and its services will help participants achieve a healthy lifestyle in a diverse and inclusive learning community. The Fitness center is committed to providing extensive access to the facility and opportunities for students to develop lifetime fitness skills. |
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| Health Center |
| The primary mission of Western Carolina University Health Center is to provide uncomplicated access to quality health care for students that promote personal, social and intellectual development and well-being. Our facility offers services and programs that meet the health needs of a diverse campus community through ethically sound practice, confidentiality, and integrity. |
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| Intramural Sports |
| The Intramural Department educates participants within a diverse community on the use of leisure time through development of lifetime sports skills. Intramural sports (structured) and sport clubs (interest groups) provide a wide range of opportunities which foster personal, educational and ethical development. The primary purposes are to offer programs which encourage morally and ethically responsible behavior, sportsmanship and cooperation at all times and to offer opportunities for personal development and the acquisition of leadership and management skills. |
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| Kneedler Child Development Center |
| In support of the Student Affairs and University’s mission, the Kneedler Child Development Center is committed to providing high quality care for the students, faculty, and staff of Western Carolina University. The center is dedicated to providing affordable and accessible childcare for families within a diverse community. This will aid the University in its efforts to recruit and retain exceptional students, faculty, and staff. In addition, the center will serve as a teaching site for observations, practicum experiences, research, and internships for students at WCU. While supporting the academic programs of the University, we will encourage opportunities for personal, social, and intellectual development. |
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| Multicultural Center |
| The mission of the Multicultural Center is to provide quality programming that promotes academic, social and personal development for the multicultural student population at Western Carolina University. The office serves as a resource, advocate and foundation of support for the WCU community on issues of diversity and multiculturalism. The Multicultural Center works to promote an inclusive community to students’ of diverse needs. As an agent of change, the Multicultural Center seeks to value cultural diversity in order to promote an empowered society. |
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| Ramsey Regional Activity Center |
| The Ramsey Regional Activity Center’s primary mission is to serve the communities of Western Carolina University by providing a supportive and safe environment for programs that encourages responsible citizenship through the exchange of ideas, cultural enrichment and entertainment. The Regional Activity Center also provides facilities and services for the community at large. We strive to create an environment that fosters opportunities for recreational activities and intercollegiate events, which enhance the participant’s personal growth and development. |
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| Residential Living |
| Our mission is to serve the communities of Western Carolina University by providing clean, safe, and healthy living environments that enhance and support the educational mission, goals and creed of the university. We strive to create living and learning communities where students feel valued as individuals and where diversity and fellowship with others can be celebrated. While maintaining a high level of quality service, we shall encourage and provide opportunities for personal growth and development of character, leadership, honesty, respect, and pride. |
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| Service Learning Department |
T he mission of the Service Learning Department at Western Carolina University is to promote service learning as a special form of experiential education whereby students engage in organized activities designed to enhance their intellectual, social, and personal development while meeting community needs.
As a unit of the Division of Student Affairs, the Department will organize and manage a comprehensive program in collaboration with faculty, administrators, staff, students, and community partners to encourage academic excellence and, at the same time, foster civic responsibility and the scholarship of engagement.
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| Student Judicial Affairs |
| Student Judicial Affairs works with the University community to educate students about their rights and responsibilities as stated in the Western Carolina University Community Creed, the Student Handbook and the Code of Student Conduct. SJA works to help students and organizations that violate University living and learning expectations become more responsible members of the WCU community. Through outreach and education to the University community, SJA strives to make Western Carolina University a positive living and learning environment. |
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| University Center |
In support of the mission of the Division of Student Affairs, the primary purpose of the University Center is to provide a dynamic and accommodating environment to enhance student learning through a variety of activities, programs, and services. The A.K. Hinds University Center provides and inclusive student-centered community that supports and encourages student learning, leadership opportunities, personal development, and active learning, in a caring atmosphere. In addition, the University Center staff creates and implements programs that support a diverse, culturally and aesthetically enriching environment where truth, respect, uniqueness, integrity, and stewardship are valued.
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| Upward Bound Math & Science |
The Upward Bound Math and Science Regional Center (UBMSRC) is dedicated to increasing the number of low income, first generation college-bound students in the southeastern United States who successfully complete post-secondary study with majors in math and science related fields. In addition, and in line with the mission of Student Affairs and the university, we strive to provide personal and social development by providing a secure college living experience, and academic, social and cultural enrichment. |
| Women’s Center/Programs |
| The Women's Center exists for, through, and because of all women in the campus community. We provide resources, support, and advocacy for women as they empower themselves and each other. We are fully committed to the development of all students' potential. We encourage personal, social, and intellectual growth within a diverse community by providing comprehensive programs, services, and outreach activities. This mission is accomplished by collaborating with the department of Women’s Studies, the Student Affairs Division, and numerous student organizations. |
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