Midland College Statement of Purpose

Mission

Midland College is a comprehensive public college dedicated to educational excellence. The faculty and staff are committed to instruction that sustains a life-long quest for knowledge and provides students with academic, intellectual, occupational, and professional proficiency—including knowledge in and appreciation of the arts and sciences; critical thinking; clear and effective communication; analytical reflection; and technical skills. The College serves the diverse learning communities of its region by providing a range of flexible programs from community enrichment to the baccalaureate degree.

Goals

1. Midland College will provide an academic and occupational focus for business and professional learning environments through the following options:

   •    Certificate programs in technical and vocational fields
   •    Transfer coursework and Associate of Arts and Associate of Science          degrees
   •    Associate of Applied Science degree
   •    Bachelor of Applied Technology degree

2. Midland College will provide flexible educational opportunities by combining the best of traditional methods with effective and innovative teaching methods, including interactive distance learning, computer-based instruction, and developmental assessment and response.

3. Midland College will respond to community, business, professional, and regional needs by providing credit, non-credit, and continuing education courses; workforce training; and cultural opportunities and activities.

4. Midland College will increase student retention and decrease barriers to success through effective advising, career counseling and financial aid.

5. Midland College will cooperate with other institutions and agencies in seeking and creating new avenues for student access to higher education.

6. Midland College will provide services which create and support a strong infrastructure, such as accounting and business services, campus security, human resources, campus planning and evaluation, physical plant operation and maintenance, technology support and student services.