Credo
Craven Community College serves students, respecting the diversity of the student body and the worth and potential of each individual student. Additionally, the College acknowledges that students can best be served in a college environment which recognizes the importance and contribution of each individual faculty and staff member who collectively create a positive learning opportunity for students. In such a setting students can enhance their potential for purposeful, satisfying, and productive lives. These opportunities are available to all students, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic origin, political affiliation, age, sex, or handicap, provided reasonable accommodations for the handicapped can be made. Therefore, the College, in its commitment to excellence, affirms the following values and beliefs in an effort to guide the College for the benefit of students and the community, both locally and world-wide.
Commitment to Students
Belief in the priority of providing highly qualified personnel, state-of-the art instruction, and the finest programs, resources, and support services to enhance the growth and development of students.
Commitment to Access
Belief in the priority of public awareness of programs, services, and facilities which are equally accessible to all.
Commitment to the Community
Belief in the priority of providing community service activities which support local, civic, economic, educational, and cultural growth.
College Objectives
A Commitment to Excellence
- To provide technical and vocational programs that enable students to find commensurate employment in business and industry.
- To provide a two-year program of transferable college credit to enable students to pursue baccalaureate degrees.
- To provide quality instructional and support services that enhance the educational experience.
- To work cooperatively with public schools, colleges, and universities to enhance comprehensive educational opportunities.
- To provide opportunities for adults to become literate.
- To provide updating and upgrading opportunities for employed adults.
- To provide educational opportunities for adults to pursue avocational interests and cultural enlightenment.
- To provide assistance and training for new and expanding industries.
- To offer specialized assistance to the small business community.
- To serve as a community resource.
- To take an active role in promoting economic development.
- To provide sound planning, management, and systematic evaluation.