Student Affairs Vision Statement

The Division of Student Affairs, by its willingness to invest in the lives of students, affirms and endeavors to make the University of Montevallo Mission a reality. Division members will:

Be accessible to students by
▪providing activities, information, resources and referral in a timely, personal and sensitive manner

Teach personal responsibility and accountability to students by
▪skills development in decision-making, coping, human relationships
▪clarification of individual values, choices and consequence
▪development of appropriate self-advocacy
▪investigation of practical issues related to employment
▪encouragement of life-long learning

Assist students/support faculty in attaining academic goals by
▪tutoring
▪career exploration
▪study skills instruction
▪advising
▪developing employability skills
▪reinforcing student's goals focus and motivation
▪functioning as resources for faculty

Promote a sense of community and citizenship in students by
▪developing awareness, understanding, appreciation of human diversity
▪fostering meaningful relationships with others
▪identifying and developing leadership skills
▪encouraging community service activities
▪supporting student involvement in university programs

Foster opportunities for comprehensive health and wellness by
▪psychological counseling
▪physical and recreational programs
▪anti-substance abuse guidance
▪preventive physical and mental health concerns and crises

Contribute to students retention by
▪engaging in student research
▪identifying and responding to factors affecting retention
▪creating DSA programs designed to increase retention
▪supporting university initiatives which positively impact students