P
URPOSE
and Mission Statement Lubbock Christian University is an institution of
higher learning that seeks to continue its founding commitment to
the teachings of Christ as found in the Bible. Established in 1957 by members of the churches of Christ, the
school maintains a strong relationships with churches. Through its
various programs of study, the university strives to prepare men
and women for life-long Christian service in the family, church
and community. The university serves a diverse student body from across the United States and around the world. The board of trustees, the administration, and the faculty believe that the freedom to pursue truth and high academic achievement is
compatible with the Christian principles to which the university is
committed. The faculty is dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship,
and service, and to their role as models of Christian
living. The university community seeks to provide an environment that both supports students and challenges them to critical thinking, an
honest and open commitment to truth, and an awareness of their potential service to family, church, and community.
The
school is a residential university that grants baccalaureate and masters-level
graduate degrees. University programs encourage individual interaction among students, faculty,
administrators, and staff members. Faculty and students at LCU work
together toward spiritual, social, intellectual, and professional goals in a
variety of undergraduate and graduate programs of study.
Mission Statement The mission of Lubbock Christian University is to teach
students the spiritual dimension of life, provide a quality education,
and impart a system of values for living and for
service to family, community and church.
The mission is embedded
in the rich heritage of faith and values that have
characterized the university and its founders. LCU's desire is to
pass on this faith and those values to future generations. This mission shapes the purpose of the university and commits
Lubbock Christian University to educate, in each offered discipline, leaders
who possess a deep and abiding faith in God, a
concern for others, and a desire for continuous growth and
improvement in all aspects of their lives.
Proclamation of Values These core values are the guideposts through which the
future of the university will be directed.
FAITH IN GOD
/ ALLEGIANCE TO SCRIPTURE
Our belief is that God
has sustained and blessed Lubbock Christian University and will continue
to do so. Therefore, we will act, trust and pray
with God as the most vital force for our future.
In addition, His scripture will necessarily serve as the standard
for truth and conduct.
PEOPLE
Because of God's love
and the teaching of scripture, we know that people are
important and at the heart of Lubbock Christian University. The
importance of all people will, therefore, be stressed in all
decisions. Student satisfaction and well-being will be a concern of
all who are a part of Lubbock Christian University. Faculty
and staff will be recognized with respect as those who
have the ability, opportunity and responsibility to make the vision
of Lubbock Christian University a reality. All interested parties such
as parents, congregations, and others will be treated with respect
because they are extremely important to the vision of Lubbock
Christian University.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
The Christian life is one
of growth and transformation. As a Christian institution, we value
continuous growth and improvement. Every area of campus life will
be expected to improve on a continuing basis. Adequate resources
and opportunity will be given, over time, for such improvement
to be seen and measured. TEAM / SERVANT SPIRIT
Lubbock Christian University is a body. Each part is essential.
No one part is more substantial in terms of importance.
Team spirit is the lifestyle whereby each member will operate unselfishly for the benefit of the whole.