Mission and values
The Bluffton University Mission
“Shaped by the historic peace church tradition and nourished by a desire for excellence in all phases of its programs, Bluffton University seeks to prepare students of all backgrounds for life as well as vocation, for responsible citizenship, for service to all peoples and, ultimately, for the purposes of God’s universal kingdom.”
four enduring values
Bluffton’s enduring values of DISCOVERY, COMMUNITY, RESPECT and SERVICE set Bluffton apart from other institutions. Bluffton provides an educational experience that teaches Christian Values in a Global Community - or put in another way - living out faith with purpose through the Mennonite values of peacemaking and service.
- DISCOVERY speaks to the explorative nature of Bluffton’s academic life and cross-cultural experiences, of making new friends, growing your personal faith and discovering your purpose in the world.
- COMMUNITY is seen in the rich collaboration that takes place between professors, students and
staff. The residential nature of campus leads to interaction, inclusiveness and lifelong
friendships.
- RESPECT means appreciating diversity, valuing the faith and opinions of others and caring for the environment. Respect and honesty are a way of life at Bluffton.
- SERVICE is expressed through a call for faith-based stewardship. You will have opportunities
to discover the needs of the world and will be prepared to make a difference through
your chosen vocation.
Our commitment
At the core of Bluffton’s mission is to prepare students of all backgrounds for life, vocation and service to all people.
The ultimate purpose — to serve God’s universal kingdom.
This overarching faith commitment is steeped in the historic Peace Church tradition, a Christian tradition that emphasizes community, respect and service.
Our foundational commitments include:
- We welcome each person and celebrate the diversity in which we have been created as children of God.
- We seek to continually improve our ability to serve the student body by deepening our knowledge of and appreciation for their cultures, gifts and needs.
- We strive to be a Community of Respect where each member of the community is held in mutual high regard and experiences a deep sense of belonging.
- We aspire to guide students in becoming more sensitive toward humankind and in growing their understanding of other races, religions and peoples.
- We aim to cultivate an appreciation of today’s world, its history and its needs.
We hold these commitments in the hope that students will become responsible citizens and leaders who serve the common good.
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