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Mission & Vision

Vision Statement
As a culturally diverse institution, Kennedy-King College is committed to excellence in education and training, and the development of well-educated, well-rounded students who are prepared for success and leadership.

Mission and Purpose
Kennedy-King College is dedicated to providing high quality, comprehensive, accessible education and training opportunities that respond to changing community needs and that enable individuals to reach their full potential and successfully compete in the global marketplace. As a learning-centered institution, we are committed to improving student learning in all programs and services through an ongoing comprehensive assessment process. To this end, the College adopted the following purposes:

Offer quality curricula that prepares students to successfully compete in the workforce or to achieve higher education goals;
Provide a comprehensive general education program in the liberal arts and sciences;
Provide an educational delivery system that upgrades skill levels, enhances employability, and responds to changing needs of the local, regional and national labor markets;
Provide adult programs for basic educational attainment, English language proficiency, and lifelong learning throughout the community;
Provide a comprehensive, systematic, student support system that enhances students' opportunities for successful matriculation;
Ensure that students who complete programs are academically, socially and vocationally competent individuals.

Strategic Goals

Improve the quality of all programs and services.
Expand services to meet the needs of all students and workforce partners.
Increase enrollment and retention.
Effectively utilize resources and maximize revenue opportunities.

Assumptions
The strategic planning process of the City Colleges of Chicago will be driven by the vision and mission statements of the District. It will guide the allocation of resources for the District and the individual colleges. The process will seek to achieve the District's four strategic goals while insuring the efficient use of resources.