University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Christian Mission in Context & Employee Statement of Understanding
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Mission and Vision Statement
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor prepares students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. Academic excellence, personal attention, broad-based scholarship and a commitment to a Baptist vision for education distinguish our Christ-centered learning community. The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor will be the university of choice for Christian education in the Southwest.
Values
Broad-based Education . We believe an educated person is one who not only has mastered a chosen field of study but also has gained an understanding and appreciation for the intellectual and cultural traditions of a diverse world. Through traditional liberal arts programs and professional programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, the university seeks to develop graduates of strong Christian character and integrity who are able to communicate effectively, think critically, and solve complex problems. In addition, we strive to inspire a lifelong love for learning so that graduates may face challenges successfully in an ever-changing world.
Christian Faith and the Intellectual Life . We recognize that all truth, whether revealed in Scripture or creation, has its origin in God. Since all truth is grounded in God, we believe that the pursuit of truth and the Christian faith are mutually reinforcing. We strive to develop graduates who integrate Christian perspectives and attitudes into every dimension of life: character, relationships, vocation, and service. To empower students to integrate a passionate Christian faith with human knowledge, we dedicate ourselves not only to grounding them in the basics of Scripture and in the historical beliefs of the Christian faith, but also to broadening their horizons, deepening their insight, sharpening their intellect, and cultivating their ability to appreciate the good, the true, and the beautiful. We seek committed Christians for our faculty and staff who will support the university’s mission and who will be active participants in their local church. In short, our goal is to produce graduates who love God with their whole mind.
Teaching Excellence . We value well-qualified educators who are committed to effective, innovative teaching that prepares students to excel in their particular fields, to think creatively and critically, and to integrate facts across disciplines. Our faculty members exhibit an intellectual curiosity and passion for their fields of study which, in turn, stimulate our students to excel academically. To that end, the university is committed to maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and providing faculty members with resources and opportunities to enhance teaching effectiveness and to be engaged in a wide range of scholarly activities. The university seeks to identify, recognize, and reward faculty members who exhibit exceptional teaching ability.
Service . We value our role as a Christ-centered university which addresses educational, cultural, civic, and economic needs by providing service opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. We strive to instill within students an awareness of people in need and a commitment to seeking solutions, both locally and globally.
Students as Individuals . We respect each student as a unique individual who has a distinct perspective on the world. Therefore, we welcome students from diverse backgrounds and understand that exposure to different cultures and experiences within a Christian environment enrich the educational process. The university strives to create an atmosphere where every student is an integral part of our learning community. We place student achievement first and emphasize this through personal attention, small class sizes, teaching excellence, campus activities, athletic programs, and leadership opportunities. The university is committed to encouraging each student to reach his or her potential spiritually, academically, socially, and physically.
Acknowledgement and Agreement
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is distinctly Christian in purpose and accomplishment and maintains a cooperative relationship with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. By understanding the mission, vision and values of the University, prospective and current employees should be able to determine their compatibility within this work environment. The mission statement of the University must be fully understood and supported by each employee. Acceptance of this Employee Statement of Understanding is a condition of employment. Support of the mission statement and adherence to University policies and the employee contract or letter of appointment (if applicable to the position) are conditions of continued employment. The University is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment transactions because of age, color, disability, sex, national origin, race, genetic information, or veteran status. The University is a non-profit Christian institution of higher learning and as such, reserves the right to discriminate in employment based on its sincerely held religious beliefs.
I certify that I have read, fully understand and accept all terms of the foregoing Employee Statement of Understanding.
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