UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education/Extension  
Core Values, Mission and Vision  
(1-1-09)  

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Core Values  

The following core values serve to guide the work of the UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education Unit:

Respect:  Encourage and value diverse ideas, approaches and people.

Integrity:  Uphold a high level of personal and professional integrity, acting responsibly and assuming full accountability for our work.

Quality:  Maintain a strong commitment to providing high quality programs, services and supports.

Innovation:  Value creative solutions that allow us to remain flexible and responsive to our constituents’ needs and interests.

Advocacy:  Serve as an advocate for lifelong learning through affordable, accessible learning opportunities.

Civic Engagement:  Collaborate with a broad base of community partners to identify and address public interests and concerns.

Vision  

UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education fosters knowledge and human connections through lifelong learning.

Mission  

UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education enriches family, community and economy through accessible education for people of all ages.

Strategic Goals  

The Continuing Education Unit has adopted six strategic goals:

1. Develop and offer innovative, responsive and accessible lifelong learning opportunities for diverse audiences
2. Contribute to regional business, community and economic development
3. Provide opportunities for faculty, staff and community members to share their expertise
4. Facilitate the engagement of the University with external partners through mutually beneficial outreach initiatives
5. Broaden our base of available resources
6. Attract, develop, and support human resources within the Unit