Presidential Vision and Strategic Principles
Since joining Xavier as President, I have been inspired by our identity, unique as the only Black, Catholic institution among all American colleges and universities. Our rich heritage as historically Black and our Catholic mission to promote a just and humane society, define our history and also our future and purpose.
I am committed to our founding mission and honoring our African American tradition and Catholic values; and for this reason to sustaining our academic rigor, standards of excellence, and outcomes, and to promoting an inclusive learning community for all Xavierites.
Shared Values of Xavier's Mission
Xavier University of Louisiana, founded by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, is Catholic and historically Black. The ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.
Strategic Vision
Advancing the Xavier mission and commitment to excellence in all we do, Xavier will be a sustainable and relevant institution building on innovative and forward-looking ideas. Xavier will utilize creative solutions that holistically prepare its students to be impactful leaders and servants of the world.
Strategic Theme: THRIVING XAVIER
Through a shared vision and commitment to offering a holistic student experience, Xavier will cultivate and sustain a university culture, guided by faith, that encourages trust, communication, and a commitment to educating all so they may reach their potential.
THRIVING XAVIER's Goals:
Goal: Vibrant Community of Learners
A community that inspires students to develop in mind, body, and spirit through an educational experience that honors the needs of our students.
Goal: Our Home for the Next Century
Reinvigorating the campus environment and investing in an infrastructure that is worthy of our students, faculty, and staff towards an environment that inspires excellence, promotes learning, supports innovation, and creates a sense of belonging.
Goal: Future-focused Processes and Systems
Daring to do things differently to support institutional health, to foster student success and to make processes more efficient for the staff and faculty who stand in service of them.
Strategic Theme: XAVIER FOR ALL
As we enter our second century, Xavier will serve all humanity by educating talent and advancing knowledge to contribute evermore to a more just and humane society. Xavier will advance its legacy of teaching in-depth and engaging in impactful research and service.
XAVIER FOR ALL's Goals:
Goal: Diversified Revenue, Partnerships, and Contributions
In order to make Xavier sustainable and affordable, Xavier will develop alternative revenue streams, strategic partnerships, and enhance efficiency in alignment with our mission and values.
Goal: Holistic Learning and Cutting-Edge Research
Xavier will contribute to the solutions of local, state, and national challenges through creative research and scholarship and will ensure rich and innovative learning experiences for our students.
Goal: A Duty to the World
Commitment to elevating the human spirit and harnessing knowledge so that Xavierites contribute to a more just and humane society.