Working Mission-Vision 2023

SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS 2028 STRATEGIC PLAN (as of 9/13/23)
Additions from feedback since 6/6/23 highlighted in red.

MISSION

Current: The mission of Northern New Mexico College is to ensure student success by providing access to affordable, community-based learning opportunities that meet the educational, cultural, and economic needs of the region.

Proposed: Northern New Mexico College is a student-centered, inclusive, teaching and learning community dedicated to excellence, empowering students and transforming lives.

VISION

Current: Northern New Mexico College is a Hispanic and Native American-serving comprehensive institution that will be recognized nationally for cultural sustainability, quality student learning and developing economically strong communities among diverse populations.

Proposed: Northern is a leading higher education institution that ignites minds and interweaves our unique cultures with innovation to create vibrant futures.

CORE VALUES and BEHAVIOR STATEMENTS

Student-Centered: We honor every student as a unique individual and prioritize student needs in all decision making.

Integrity: We value honesty, trust, transparency, and equity.

Excellence: We are committed to continuous improvement and strive for academic and operational excellence in all that we accomplish together.

Servant Leadership:  We prioritize the growth, well-being, and empowerment of students, faculty, and staff, and are good stewards of our resources and people.

Mutual Respect: As a Hispanic and Indigenous serving institution, we respect and honor the differences of all people by valuing collaboration, diversity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging with everyone we interact with.

STRATEGIC PILLARS

1. Transform the student experience and become partners in their dreams.
2. Commit to academic excellence.
3. Commit to organizational excellence.
4. Strengthen strategic college partnerships that enhance student success.