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Colleges Need Academic Objectives

A boiler plate mission statement isn't doing the job

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Robin Capehart
Oct 28, 2024
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Mission Not Accomplished

Colleges and universities across the United States typically present mission statements that tout their commitment to preparing students for the complexities of the modern workforce and fostering diverse communities. However, these statements often lack specificity and verifiability in terms of the actual skills and knowledge gra…

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