The Vision & Mission of the College of Education
Vision
The College of Education at USF St. Petersburg will be recognized as a premier institution for the preparation of teachers and school leaders, enhanced by the excellence of its faculty, and dedicated to the students and communities it serves.
Mission
The College of Education at USF St. Petersburg seeks to prepare exemplary teachers and school leaders for roles in a diverse and changing society. The college offers graduate and undergraduate programs that are recognized for accomplishing defined learning outcomes, supported by a foundation of applied research, and dedicated to meeting the needs of the diverse communities it serves. In pursuit of this mission, faculty are guided by a respect for evidence, the pursuit of scholarship, and the ethics of community responsibility.
Values
The College of Education values…
- a collegial, inviting, and safe learning environment that emphasizes excellent teaching, encourages growth, and rewards academic achievement;
- deliberative dialogue in making decisions and solving problems;
- an education rich in theory, research, and practical experience that enables graduates to pursue careers and professions with competence and confidence;
- shared governance and shared responsibility;
- honesty, integrity, and openness while promoting ethical behavior; and
- efficient, trustworthy, and able stewardship of the college.
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