Mission of the College
Gloucester County College is a center for learning that strives for academic excellence, supports the economic development of the community, and seeks to enhance the community’s quality of life. Through affordable, accessible programs and services, the college promotes intellectual and cultural enrichment, individual achievement, and professional development. The college promotes a respectful and welcoming environment and commits to being responsive and proactive to the needs of students, staff, and community.

Goals of the College
Gloucester County College is committed to serving the residents of Gloucester County by:

• Providing an educational opportunity to any high school graduate or holder of a high school equivalency diploma, and to any individual whose age, military service, or experience makes probable the successful completion of study leading to an academic degree or certificate; 

• Providing programs, courses, and services in transfer, career, developmental, lifelong learning, and community service areas, with or without formal matriculation for a degree;
  
  
• Providing customized training and educational programs for business, industry, and public sector organizations;
  
  
• Providing a faculty dedicated to teaching excellence, personal and group interchange between students and instructors, and continual broadening of their intellectual endeavors;
  
  
• Seeking to develop in each student a sense of responsibility, the ability to communicate effectively, and a greater facility to think clearly and critically;
  
  
• Providing counseling, academic advisement, and other student services in order to assist students in the achievement of their goals;
  
  
• Providing a broad choice of cultural, social, and recreational opportunities;
  
  
• Providing the facilities and services of the campus to the entire community whenever possible;
  
  
• Developing a climate that encourages continuous evaluation, improvement, and implementation of college programs and services; and
  
  
• Promoting an atmosphere of cooperation, partnership, and trust among students, faculty, administration, and the Board of Trustees in achieving the College’s mission and goals.

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Core Values of the College
Gloucester County College respects the diversity of its student body and recognizes the worth and potential of each student. Therefore, the college affirms the following values and beliefs:

• Commitment to Students
  Belief in the priority of providing the highest levels of learning, resources, and support services to enhance the intellectual and personal growth, and development of our students.
  
  
• Commitment to Excellence in Education
  Belief in providing educational programs and student support services that combine academic rigor, up-to-date information, incorporation of the most effective strategies, and close assessment of learning outcomes to achieve excellence in learning.
  
  
• Contribution to Community
  Recognition of the importance of enhancing the economic vitality and quality of life for all citizens of the community.
  
  
• Commitment to Access and Diversity
  Belief that the college will actively seek to create the highest levels of access to programs and services for all students who may benefit and that the college’s employees and students represent the diversity of the community.
  
  
• Commitment to Faculty and Staff
  Recognition of the importance and contribution of all individuals who collectively create a positive learning environment. All members of the college community should have the opportunity to enhance their potential for purposeful, gratifying and productive lives.

• Quality Campus Environment
  Recognition of the importance of providing a work and learning environment that is characterized by integrity, clear communications, open exchange of ideas, involvement in decision making, and respect for all individuals.

Core Competencies
This list reflects the core competencies that are essential for all GCC graduates, but does not include all competencies that our graduates should possess.

SOLVE PROBLEMS

Critical Thinking and Information Literacy - The ability to access, analyze, synthesize, evaluate, and apply information from a variety of sources to make sound decisions.

Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to understand and solve practical problems using mathematical methods.

Teamwork - The ability to work collaboratively with others to solve problems efficiently and effectively.

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SHARE INFORMATION
Communication - The ability to communicate one’s thoughts in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing.

Computer/Technological Literacy - The ability to use technology for research, information processing, and communication.

LIVE RESPONSIBLY
Awareness of the Arts - The ability to understand and appreciate literary, visual, or performing arts.

Community Skills - The ability to understand historical and current events in a global context and the social, political, and environmental responsibilities of global citizenship.

Personal Skills - The ability to understand the individual's responsibility for learning and for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.