Century College is a learning-centered community committed to providing quality lifelong educational opportunities for a diverse citizenry.
Vision Statement
Century College is a learning organization that is:
Forward looking
Future-oriented
Innovative
Caring and supportive of students and each other
Learner-centered
Committed to student success
Responsive to the community
Engaged in self-evaluation and renewal
Accountable
Recognized for quality service and program excellence
College of choice for the community
Value Statement
Members of Century College value (revised February 2000):
Integrity – making and keeping commitments and fostering an organizational culture consistent with the College mission, vision and values.
Diversity – respecting all individuals, accepting differences, promoting inclusiveness and enriching the learning experience.
Excellence – fostering higher education standards of performance and establishing continuous improvement as a fundamental goal for all programs and services.
Responsiveness – ensuring individual and community learning needs are addressed, programs and services are current and relevant, and the college is flexible and proactive.
Accountability – establishing performance criteria and success indicators, measuring student learning gains, and using the results to inform the public and improve.
Access – maximizing students’ educational opportunities and eliminating barriers to success.
Stewardship – ensuring that management of public and private resources adds to the students and communities served. The mission, vision and values statements are reviewed and modified, as necessary, during the College’s annual strategic planning process.