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Mission, Vision & Values Student Affairs at AU

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Find out more about the departments dedicated to working on Student Affairs and campus life at AU. 

Mission:

To intentionally guide, challenge, and support students as they grow and thrive as members of the AU Community on campus and beyond.

Vision:

Our division will be an innovative global leader that champions an engaging, empowering and transformative student experience.

Values:

Our division values integrity, thoughtful engagement, and human dignity.

  • Because we value Integrity, we commit to being:
    • Accountable
    • Responsible
    • Transparent
  • Because we value Thoughtful Engagement, we commit to being:
    • Collaborative
    • Innovative
    • Intentional
    • Open to Ideas
  • Because we value Human Dignity, we commit to being:
    • Empathetic
    • Inclusive
    • Just
    • Respectful