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Criterion One. Mission

The instution's mission is clear and articulated publicly, it guides the institution's operations.
1.A. The instituion's mission is broadly understood within the institution and guides its operations.
1. The mission statement is developed through a process suited to the nature and culture of the instituion and its adopted by the governing board.	Earlham Mission Quakerism Principles and Practices Quakerism Principles and Practices Governance Curiculum Earlham School of Religion Newlin Center
2. The institution's academic programs, student support services and enrollment profile are consistent with the stated mission.	Principles and Practices Curriculum Guide Graduate Programs in Education Earlham School of Religion HDSR Business Non-profit Management Environmental Studies Middle East Studies Neuroscience Majors Curriculum Guide HERI Faculty Survey 2012 NSSE Ford/Knight Projects Grants Paul Simon Award NAFSA Open Doors Data Off-campus Study International Student Life Davis Scholars Thematic Study Abroad General Education Perspectives on Diversity 2012 NSSE Curriculum Co-Curriculum Academic Enrichment Center Math and Science Center Writing Center Summer Writing Initiative Instructional Technology and Media Financial Aid Office Ronald McNair Achievement Program Bonner Scholars Program Center for Integrated Learning Career Education Alumni Relations Outdoor Education Sustainability Counseling Services Health Services Multicultural Affairs Student Activities Office of Religious Life Athletics and Wellness Safety and Security Newlin Center Student Development Residence Life First-year Residential Program Student Governance Student Organizations Strategic Plan Enrollment Profile Davis Scholars
3. The institution's planning and budgeting priorities align with and support the mission.
1.B. The mission is articulated publicly.	Earlham College Mission Statement
1. The institution clearly articulates its mission through one or more public documents, such as statements of purpose, vision, values, goals, plans or institutional priorities.	Principles and Practices Diversity Aspirations Statement Religious Life Diversity Progress Report Student Handbook Faculty Handbook Staff Handbook Curriculum Guide Governance Manual Strategic Planning
2. The mission document or documents are current and explain the extent of the institution’s emphasis on the various aspects of its mission, such as instruction, scholarship, research, application of research, creative works, clinical service, public service, economic development, and religious or cultural purpose.	Planning Committee Charge Principles and Practices
3. The mission document or documents identify the nature, scope, and intended constituents of the higher education programs and services the institution provides	Mission Statement Admissions Graduate Programs in Education Earlham School of Religion
1.C. The institution understands the relationship between its mission and the diversity of society.
1. The institution addresses its role in a multicultural society.	Diversity Aspirations Statement Religious Life Model Religious Life
2. The institution’s processes and activities reflect attention to human diversity as appropriate within its mission and for the constituencies it serves.	Governance Structure
1.D. The institution’s mission demonstrates commitment to the public good.	Bonner Scholars Explore-a-College Community Relations
1. Actions and decisions reflect an understanding that in its educational role the institution serves the public, not solely the institution, and thus entails a public obligation.	Center for Integrated Learning Bonner Scholar Program Public Events Sustainability Office Sustainability Plan
2. The institution’s educational responsibilities take primacy over other purposes, such as generating financial returns for investors, contributing to a related or parent organization, or supporting external interests.	Investment Policy
3. The institution engages with its identified external constituencies and communities of interest and responds to their needs as its mission and capacity allow.	Community Relations Amigos Sustainability Map Wellness Center

Earlham Self-Study: Chapter 4 - Criterion One

Criterion One. Mission