2002-2004 Catalog - St. Charles Community College

SCC – What We’re AboutMISSION (REVISED JANUARY 1998)St. Charles Community College is an openadmissioninstitution dedicated to providing accessiblepost-secondary educational programs andcommunity services at a reasonable cost. By incorporatingacademic excellence and technologicaladvancements, we will prepare our students toachieve their educational, professional, and personalgoals and enhance their cultural experiences.The college will respond to the community weserve by establishing and maintaining business,civic, and educational partnerships.VISIONWe will be a community college recognized forleadership in academic excellence, student success,instructional and technological innovation,and community responsiveness.ACCREDITATIONSt. Charles Community College is accredited byThe Higher Learning Commission of the North CentralAssociation of Colleges and Schools, 30 NorthLaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, Ill. 60602-2504;telephone: (800) 621-7440; fax: (312) 263-7462;web site: www.ncacihe.org.The North Central accreditation, along withtransfer agreements with four-year collegesand universities, assures the value of creditsearned at SCC.Courses taken for credit at SCCwill be accepted in transfer byother colleges, provided theyare appropriate to thedegree sought.VALUESCommunication, Trust, and Respect:We value mutual trust and respect andencourage open communication within thecollege community.Student Success:We are committed to providing the finestinstruction, resources, and support services toenhance the growth and development of our students.Lifelong Learning:We recognize learning as a continuous process.Decentralized and DemocraticDecision Making:We value informed decisions made by peopleclosest to the issue.Instructional Innovation:We encourage the highest quality instructionalprograms, using the best of current and emerginginstructional methods and technology.Cooperation:We value teamwork.Service:We value service to students, the community,and one another.7