Dawson Community College

Institutional Mission

We, the faculty and staff of Dawson Community College, are committed to creating and continuously improving accessible and effective learning environments for the lifelong educational needs of the diverse communities we serve.

Purpose Statements

In striving to meet its institutional responsibilities as a comprehensive community college, Dawson Community College sets forth the following purpose statements as a definition of its educational programs and services. These statements also serve as criteria for the administration, faculty, staff, students, and the public in assessing the college effectiveness in meeting its institutional mission.

Achieving Junior Level Transfer Status

Students who have completed either a prescribed Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree program at Dawson Community College should be able to transfer to a four-year college or university with junior status. The College establishes and maintains transfer agreements with area colleges and universities to facilitate the transferability of its academic programs.

Acquiring Necessary Occupational Skills

Students who have successfully completed the College’s occupational Certificate or Associate of Applied Science degree programs will have acquired the requisite skills for obtaining employment or advancement in the field of that educational program.

Promoting and Providing Life-Long Learning Opportunities

The College provides individuals with the means to upgrade their job skills and to improve the quality of their lives through academic endeavors.

Achieving Basic Skills and/or College Readiness

Through academic and other support services, students can achieve the proficiency required for continuance in higher education, for employment, and for day-to-day communication and computation.

Participating in College and Community Sponsored Activities

Students attending Dawson Community College are able to participate in a wide variety of activities that aim at broadening their social, political, physical, and cultural horizons.

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