We educate the whole person through integrating theory, research, and experiential practice in transformative and innovative learning environments. 

We understand that the development of a purpose and values such as this can leave questions as to the intent of the language. We have provided this glossary of terms to further frame our purpose within the mission of the University.

Integrative – Integrated study promotes broad knowledge exploration across subjects related to student health and development while highlighting the relationship between self and environment.      

Transformative – Transformative learning promotes deep and lasting change through encountering knowledge, experiences, and skill-sets that change student self-concepts and experiences of their environment.

Holistic – Holistic education holds that human beings find identity, meaning, and purpose in life through connections to communities, the natural world, and humanitarian values such as compassion, peace, and flourishing.

Self-efficacy – Self-efficacy emerges from resilience and a growth mindset inspiring students to engage challenges as opportunities for development and mastery.

Well-being – Well-being is the state of human flourishing resulting from the active cultivation of positive experiences, social connection, and embodiment of purpose.

Change Agent – A change agent supports positive organization or community transformation through effective action, development, and integrity of behavior on the individual and group levels.

Active Citizenship – Active Citizenship involves an individual’s contribution in their local communities and democracy at all levels, from towns to cities to nationwide activity.