Core Values

The core values of Southwestern Michigan College describe the beliefs that direct the College in all that it does.

• "Excellence with a Personal Touch" is a working principle guiding our actions.
• High quality is inherent in all that Southwestern Michigan College does.
• We have a commitment to improve the quality of life for our stakeholders.
• We have a commitment to be responsible managers of College resources: human resources by promoting growth, satisfaction and empowerment; financial resources by operating with a balanced budget and investing in the future; physical resources by maintaining a high quality physical plant.
• We believe in "Knowledge for all." As the only institution of higher education in the district, Southwestern Michigan College has the dual responsibilities of providing educational access to all and ensuring that these opportunities are accessed. We must actively ensure that students in our area who are economically disadvantaged, students who belong to minority groups, students who need developmental coursework, and students who need English language instruction actually access Southwestern Michigan College.
• We have a commitment to being a learner-centered college. We will prepare students in every way possible to be successful in life.

Mission Statement

The mission of Southwestern Michigan College is to be the college of first choice for students who have a choice, the college that provides the programs and services to meet the needs of students with limited choices, and the college that serves our community.