Goal Statements
I. Academic Excellence
Blue Mountain Christian University will strive for excellence by employing qualified faculty, staff, and administrators; recruiting students who can benefit from the university experience; providing a productive learning environment that motivates students to excel by stimulating intellectual curiosity and independent thinking; and promoting scholarship, service, and cultural activities that advance knowledge.
II. Curriculum
The curriculum will prepare students for a lifetime of learning and instill basic skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for personal development and reasoned responses to a changing world. These goals will be accomplished through study in general education, specialized fields of undergraduate and graduate study, and related educational experiences.
III. Image and Target Market
Blue Mountain Christian University will enhance its image as a Christian liberal arts college for students who wish to reach their God-given potential. The University will target prospective students (particularly those who are actively involved in Baptist churches) who have a commitment to scholarship, servant leadership, and service in church and community.
IV. Faculty and Staff
Blue Mountain Christian University will employ and retain Christian faculty dedicated to teaching and advising and to improving themselves through professional development opportunities and staff and administrators who support these efforts. Service to the University and the greater community will characterize all those who work at the University. To the extent possible, the University will provide compensation and benefits which compare favorably with regional colleges of similar size and mission and each individual’s level of accomplishment. The University will support professional development for all personnel.
V. Student Development and Services
Blue Mountain Christian University will provide opportunities for personal growth and development of the individual student. The University will offer personal, career, and academic advising; lectures, programs, and activities; and student organizations.
VI. Christian Setting
Blue Mountain Christian University will manifest Christian principles through its policies for students, faculty, staff, and administrators; through its promotion of a climate embracing personal attention and respect; and through the encouragement of the development of Christian relationships among students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
VII. Convention/Church
Blue Mountain Christian University will maintain strong ties with the Mississippi Baptist Convention and Baptist churches. Consistent with its mission and resources, the University will provide cultural, spiritual, and/or recreational activities for constituents within its service area.
VIII. Alumni
In order to strengthen ties to their alma mater and to encourage their interest and investment in the institution, Blue Mountain Christian University will communicate effectively with its alumni and serve them in meaningful ways.
IX. Fiscal Affairs and Fund Raising
Blue Mountain Christian University will secure and manage the resources necessary to provide for its academic programs and essential support services. While maintaining a sound financial base, the University will offer an affordable education for the greatest number of its applicants and remain competitive with peer institutions’ costs. The University will enhance its fund-raising efforts, expand its endowment, carefully manage its facilities, and follow a master plan for capital improvements.