SWU Student Life: Core Values and Expected Outcomes

The University seeks to create an atmosphere in which members of the community work together toward wholeness through the integration of faith, learning, and living. The Student Life program is uniquely positioned to implement this mission statement in the following four areas. While the entire program is concerned with each of the four areas, specific offices are listed as responsible for leadership.

I. Spiritual Development
By graduation, Southern Wesleyan University Students will:
• Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Exhibit a biblically based lifestyle

II. Relationship Development
By graduation, Southern Wesleyan University Students will:
• Exhibit ability to initiate and nurture positive relationships
• Demonstrate effective conflict resolution skills

III. Servant Leadership Development
By graduation, Southern Wesleyan University Students will:
• Demonstrate ability to serve others, influencing positive change in their communities. churches and the general culture
• Participate in church and community services that assist less fortunate individuals.

IV. Career Development
By graduation, Southern Wesleyan University Students will:
• Communicate a clear understanding of their vocation and/or calling.
• Demonstrate ability to behave in a positive manner in their chosen profession.

V. Personal Development
By graduation, Southern Wesleyan University Students will:
• Articulate commitment to: lifelong spiritual, intellectual, physical, and personal development.
• Demonstrate Christian stewardship of their time, money, and talents.