In the classroom, by personal example, and through experiential and expeditionary learning, we mentor students to achieve:
Academic Mastery: the critical thinking skills, depth of knowledge, and complex reasoning necessary for scholarly excellence at the university level and beyond;
Internal Strength: the confidence, practical skills, and discipline to navigate life’s complex choices and to achieve individual success;
Perspective: tolerance, respect, compassion, and an appreciation for the breadth and diversity of the world and its cultures;
Integrity: honesty, ethical behavior, and a commitment to the common good.
Our Philosophy
Our programs are rooted in academic rigor and a progressive educational philosophy of individual development, embodied in four key principles:
1. We recognize each student’s individuality, strengths, and capacity to succeed;
2. We vary our teaching methods accordingly and include experiential travel, service volunteering, and studies outside the classroom;
3. We teach students, not classes, striving to develop each student’s ability to think deeply, creatively, and analytically.
4. We support each student in developing their personal growth.
