Mission Statement
To educate students in a dynamic learning community rooted in the liberal arts and sciences and shaped by strong ethical values, a commitment to social justice and service, the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and the global mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur.
Vision Statement
Emmanuel will be widely esteemed as the college in the heart of Boston that leads the nation in combining an extraordinary liberal arts and sciences education in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition with a commitment to strong relationships, ethical values and service to others. Students will choose Emmanuel as the place to develop in every respect while preparing for lives of leadership, professional achievement, global engagement and profound purpose.
Emmanuel College Learning Objectives
The Arts and Sciences undergraduate program requires a minimum of 128 credit hours of study and at least one internship or practicum experience. These credits are earned through a combination of degree requirements, electives and career development opportunities in the city of Boston and beyond. The degree requirements are comprised of four components which each contribute to students' achieving the goals of the undergraduate program. Remaining credits are earned with elective courses. Often, students use electives to complete a minor program or benefit from the special academic opportunities offered.
Emmanuel College prepares students to:
Engage complex ideas by broadening and deepening their knowledge and by sharpening their intellectual skills.
Emmanuel students address complex realities across diverse areas of inquiry, drawing on deep connections formed through the study of the liberal arts and sciences and a chosen discipline. Through critical analysis, balanced reflection and active discourse, they confront vital issues equipped with the intellectual tools to imagine solutions. Students emerge with a deeper appreciation for the pursuit of knowledge as a pathway to a more meaningful, creative and enriching life.
Excel in their future careers—and make valuable contributions to their organizations and professions.
Students at Emmanuel College are able to apply knowledge to real-world challenges by engaging in creative and ethical problem solving. As people who value and promote diversity, graduates work on multiple levels to advance their organizations and all whom they serve and employ. Students see themselves as part of a larger whole and add value through teamwork and leadership, recognizing the need to be agile and forward-leaning in their chosen professions.
Deepen and clarify their sense of personal, social, ethical and civic responsibility.
Inspired by Catholic social teaching and by the values of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, students honor the dignity, worth and gifts of every human person. Through vibrant discussions, they reflect on their own moral reasoning and on diverse perspectives, including voices that have been historically silenced. As active participants in campus life, they develop the necessary interpersonal and leadership skills to practice courageous advocacy. And throughout Boston and beyond, they experience the joy of serving others while finding purpose by addressing inequality. These transformative experiences empower students to discover their strengths and a deeper sense of personal identity; grow emotionally, morally and spiritually; and gain the confidence to embrace their convictions through social action.
Student Affairs Mission
The Division of Student Affairs serves students through development of the whole person guided by the charism of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. Providing transformative opportunities within an inclusive community of diverse perspectives, Student Affairs empowers students through learning, growth, leadership and action, to pursue lives of purpose as global citizens.
Student Affairs Learning Pillars
Pillar 1: Connected Learning
A SAINT grounded in a liberal arts education applies critical thinking to scholarly and co-curricular pursuits.
Pillar 2: Transformative Growth
A SAINT seeks opportunities for intellectual, social and spiritual growth with emphasis on self-awareness and effective relationship development.
Pillar 3: Servant Leadership
A SAINT serves and influences others while understanding the social, cultural, and environmental context necessary for ethical and responsible decision-making.
Pillar 4: Social Action
A SAINT engages in their community by demonstrating compassion, civic responsibility, social awareness and action that promotes inclusivity.