Preamble to the Mission Statement
Mount Saint Mary College is an institution of higher education guided by the Catholic and Dominican traditions of academic rigor, pursuit of truth, social justice, leadership, and service. The College Bylaws indicate that Mount Saint Mary College "aims to give its students a Catholic cultural-professional education in the liberal arts tradition."
This distinctive approach provides the philosophy for our commitment to educating the whole person and to cultivating intellectual achievement, religious and spiritual growth, and the development of moral character.
Consistent with these principles, Mount Saint Mary College endeavors to graduate students who
- are inquisitive and value the free exchange of ideas in pursuit of truth
- are analytical in their approach to problem solving
- are motivated toward self-improvement
- have developed an aesthetic sense
- possess effective leadership and communication skills
- respect the values and ethics of the Catholic and Dominican traditions
- embrace civic responsibility and community service.
The deepening of Mount Saint Mary College's commitment to these principles will involve the leadership efforts of the entire community, within a culture of academic excellence.
The College's Strategic Plan aims to advance our legacy of excellence, leadership and service in light of our brand identity as a Catholic and Dominican college, as communicated in our name and through the college's motto "Doce Me Veritatem" (Teach Me the Truth). The Plan will augment our attributes, shaped by signature programs, and demonstrated by Mount students and graduates who think critically, communicate effectively, and exemplify virtues of leadership and service.