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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
- Sustainability
Striving for
environmental sustainability across the campus, in our physical plant and all
our operations, as well as sound stewardship of the University s property. |
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