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1. MISSION.
The most important element of WNMU's Strategic Plan is its Mission
Statement. The Mission Statement not only explains what we do -- the
reason for our existence -- but also justifies continued support from
our many customers and stakeholders. The Mission Statement was
approved by the Board of Regents on May 13, 1999.
MISSION STATEMENT
Western New Mexico
University serves the people of the State of New Mexico and its
surrounding areas as a comprehensive, regional, rural, public,
coeducational university. Its student body is diverse in age, culture,
language, and ethnic background. Teacher education continues to provide
the basic foundation of WNMU's programs. That focus has broadened to
include a range of certificate, associate, baccalaureate, and several
graduate programs which also meet the needs of students in allied
health, arts and sciences, business, and vocational education. All
undergraduate degree programs include a strong comprehensive general
education requirement.
Excellence in teaching is a preeminent goal at Western New Mexico
University. The University encourages the exchange of ideas; fosters the
cultural, emotional, intellectual, physical, and social growth of
students; nurtures a lasting appreciation of learning; encourages
increased relationships with people of diverse backgrounds; and furthers
an appreciation for the benefits and opportunities derived from
community involvement. WNMU, through advanced technology and
telecommunications, creates opportunities for its students, the faculty
and staff, and the communities it serves to participate more fully in
educational efforts which provide access to information and outreach to
the global community.
WNMU recognizes as a strength the multilingual, multicultural
population of the region and state and accepts the responsibility to be
particularly mindful and supportive of the unique opportunities afforded
by this diversity. The University aspires to promote increased access to
all levels of education and to help people better understand and
appreciate diversity, tolerance and cooperation. The University is
committed to help preserve and enhance the rich cultural heritage of the
region it serves and to broaden its student diversity by reaching out to
students from other states and nations.
WNMU values the contributions of its faculty, staff, and students and
is committed to their professional growth and personal enrichment.
Faculty and staff encourage student success by providing quality
educational opportunities that are affordable and accessible. The
University supports innovative and scholarly work, promotes integrity
and equity in its dealings with people, actively pursues accreditation
by recognized national and regional accreditation agencies, and seeks
continual improvement of institutional management practices and
processes.
WNMU works diligently to maintain fiscal and ethical integrity in its
activities, to provide for the future educational needs of the people of
Southwestern New Mexico, and to build a collaborative relationship with
its constituencies. The University addresses the educational, cultural,
community, and economic development needs of the region through its
library, museum, gallery, fine arts center theater, and through
supportive partnerships with community and educational organizations,
business, industry, and local governments.
2. VISION.
WNMU has also given considerable thought to its future, and firmly
believes that the institution is ideally positioned to achieve a
leadership role among peer institutions. WNMU's potential is
extraordinary, and although concerted effort will be required to
realize this potential, we have every confidence in our ability to
reach our vision.
WNMU VISION
TO BE A LEADER IN HIGHER EDUCATION KNOWN THROUGHOUT THE
SOUTHWEST AS THE UNIVERSITY OF CHOICE FOR OUR STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND
STAFF BECAUSE
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WE PROVIDE RELEVANT EDUCATION, EDUCATION THAT IS AFFORDABLE,
AND ACCESSIBLE;, AND OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY;
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