These learning goals are the expectations the Student Development Division has for students as a result of experiencing our programs and services. Our belief is that students who participate in Student Development activities and services will more fully develop within each of these outcomes. The Student Development Division assesses students’ development on many of these learning goals each year. These goals were created by the Student Development Assessment Committee. They are based on several Divisional retreats from 2006, and once drafted, input from the entire Division.

Enhancing Self Awareness
Students have an awareness of personal beliefs, values, attitudes, emotions, interests, goals, and future aspirations and are able to articulate these. Students identify and participate in opportunities that promote self-reflection and personal awareness.

Developing Autonomy
Students make choices based upon their own values and beliefs. Students take initiative to set priorities and follow through with them. Students develop a dynamic life philosophy through their experiences.

Living Ethically
Students make decisions based on a coherent ethical framework that they can clearly articulate. Students choose to align their behaviors with their words.

Becoming Intentional Learners
Students recognize, engage in, and integrate learning experiences outside the classroom. Students develop transferable skills in communication, critical and creative thinking, leadership, and teamwork.

Fostering Healthy Relationships
Students build trusting and supportive relationships. Students develop reasonable expectations for relationships. Students successfully resolve interpersonal conflict.

Appreciating Diversity and Different Perspectives
Students actively cultivate an appreciation for diversity and alternative perspectives. Students engage with different people and cultures in order to more fully understand the world around them and make local to global connections.

Understanding Community Responsibility
Students recognize the importance of accountability and integrity, and participate in activities that allow them to practice civic responsibility, community citizenship, and public service.