Values, Vision and Mission

Contact Professional Studies

Professional Studies

Address

Lawrence Center Rm. 222

West Chester University
West Chester, PA 19383
610-436-3505
Fax: 610-436-3505

Contact

Dr. Ann Lieberman Colgan, Director, Associate Professor
acolgan@wcupa.edu

*To set up an appointment for in-person program information,
change of major or your semester appointment, contact Professor Norris'
administrative support at 610-436-3505, or use the following link for online appointment scheduling:

https://go.oncehub.com/BruceNorris

Values, Vision and Mission Statement

The Professional Studies program values:

Student Individuality and creativity in the development of their unique program of study;
Interdisciplinary Study which emphasize the everyday connections between fields of study;
Student Responsibility and Independence in taking ownership of their academic experience; and
Development of Transferable Skills that will enable students to succeed in their future endeavors.

Professional Studies Program Vision:

The Professional Studies Program will maintain and ensure a quality educational experience as developed by each of its students. It will be responsive to the needs of the university and its students. Matriculation through the Program will be an empowering experience as students assume greater control of their academic plan.

Professional Studies Program Mission Statement:

The Professional Studies Program at West Chester University enables students to create a unique, individualized academic program of study leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. The process through which the program is created encourages students to critically assess their personal skills and abilities, strengths and weaknesses, personal values and priorities as they plan their educational experience. The skills and abilities that are developed during the student's matriculation through their program of study will benefit them in their professional and personal lives.