Mission, Values & Strategic Direction
Mission
We educate students for productive, creative and reflective lives of achievement, leadership and service in a diverse, dynamic and interdependent world.
Guiding Values
Susquehanna University is:
- A selective, residential, national liberal-arts college focused on deliberate preparation for successful careers and engaged citizenship.
- A learning community that supports excellence in scholarship, research, creative activity and collaboration in and out of the classroom among faculty, staff and students.
- A diverse community that cultivates inclusive excellence, intercultural competence and global citizenship.
- An innovative community whose faculty and staff are its greatest resource.
- A collaborative community that expects ethical behavior and mutual respect from all its members.A responsible community committed to financial and environmental sustainability.
- An engaged community that inspires and empowers alumni to be perpetual stewards of their alma mater.
- A welcoming community that honors its Lutheran heritage through a commitment to service in the region and the world and the free and open exploration of ideas.
- A beautiful campus that fosters a holistic living and learning experience.
SU 2026: Susquehanna’s Strategic Plan
Academic excellence is the driving force at Susquehanna that leads to life-changing experiences for our students, who benefit from global education, student-faculty research, internships and practicums, creative work, service learning and volunteerism. A Susquehanna education equips students with the knowledge, skills, values and networks they need to achieve their full potential and lead the lives they envision.
Our faculty members are dedicated scholars and teachers who mentor and guide students on their academic journeys, inspiring them to think critically, explore creatively and discover their passions. Our dedicated staff further supports student success, providing essential resources and fostering a supportive learning environment. Together, they create a dynamic community that empowers students to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
This strategic plan reaffirms our core academic principles, our ethics and commitment to each other and our community. We will continue to foster a culture of innovation and inclusivity, empowering all students to pursue new, equitable ways of addressing the complex challenges of our world.