Mission, Vision and Core Values of Tusculum University

Mission

Tusculum University provides a comprehensive education in a Judeo-Christian environment, grounded in civic, liberal, and medical arts curriculum with pathways for career preparation, personal development and civic engagement.

Vision

Tusculum University strives to actualize educational excellence and ongoing relevance through our third century by:

• Establishing transformative living and learning communities,
• Reflecting institutional integrity through aspirational leadership and academic innovation,
• Distinguishing Tusculum University alumni as leading citizens-scholars, and maximizing individual, group and community fiscal support and partnerships to promote innovation.

Core Values

1. Integrity: Encompassing honesty and trustworthiness, all members of the Tusculum University community value and live with integrity, respect and virtue in communications, relationships and actions.
2. Education: We value a balanced education grounded in the civic and liberal arts and career preparedness. Our goal is for students to develop practical wisdom, global literacy, critical and independent thinking and an appreciation for life-long learning, diversity and inclusion.
3. Civic Responsibility: We value our unique heritage in the civic arts and the Judeo-Christian tradition, and seek to develop leaders who are citizen-scholars and will serve their communities throughout the world.