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Mission
Who we are
As Northeastern Ontario s leading comprehensive
university, Laurentian provides access to high quality education, driving
creativity, innovation and prosperity in our community and beyond. Drawing
strength from our regional reality while increasingly open to the world, we
attract talented teachers, researchers and future graduates who have a
significant impact on the social, cultural and economic well-being of the
communities we serve, and the knowledge economy in Canada and abroad.
Vision
What we aspire to be
A university of choice for
students, staff and faculty, Laurentian University will be the most inspired,
the most creative and the most determined university of its kind: our people
will distinguish themselves regionally, nationally and internationally through
their commitment to community, their passion for knowledge and innovation, and
the excellence of their accomplishments.
Values
What drives
us
- Excellence
Pursuing academic excellence through teaching and
research in a range of subjects, characterized by: freedom of speech and
inquiry; open and rational discussion; and intellectual and ethical
integrity.
- Collaboration
Fostering partnerships, social
responsibility and community service; as an engaged leader in the community,
meeting the needs of society through academic programs and research, creativity
and innovation.
- Community
Contributing to the interests and needs of
the larger community.
- Student Centredness
Focusing on the student
experience and providing personalized attention to students during their
university studies and as they enter the workforce; maintaining continuing
relationships with our graduates.
- Diversity
Sustaining a bilingual,
tricultural university community, which also welcomes students, staff and
faculty from around the world.
- Equity and Accessibility
Reaching out
and serving under-represented groups and student populations with academic,
physical, geographic, social or economic barriers.
- Quality of
life
Ensuring a safe, secure and respectful campus, learning environment and
workplace for students, staff, faculty, and volunteers; enhancing the health and
quality of life of the community in which we live.
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Sustainability
Striving for environmental sustainability across the campus,
in our physical plant and all our operations, as well as sound stewardship of
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