Mission Statement
Clark University’s mission is to educate undergraduate and graduate students
to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world, and to advance the
frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative
effort.
The University seeks to prepare students to meet the challenges of a complex and rapidly changing society. In students and faculty, Clark fosters a commitment to excellence in studying traditional academic disciplines, as well as innovation in exploring questions that cross disciplinary boundaries. The free pursuit of inquiry and the free exchange of ideas are central to that commitment.
The focus of Clark's academic program is a liberal-arts education enriched by interactions among undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty, and is closely linked to a select number of professional programs. Clark also serves students who wish to continue formal education throughout their lives.
The intellectual and personal growth of students is enhanced by a wide
variety of educational programs and extracurricular activities. Clark
believes that intellectual growth must be accompanied by the development
of values, the cultivation of responsible independence, and the appreciation
of a range of perspectives.
Clark’s academic community has long been distinguished by the pursuit
of scientific inquiry and humanistic studies, enlivened by a concern for
significant social issues. Among many other scholarly endeavors, Clark
contributes to understanding human development, assessing relationships
between people and the environment, and managing risk in a technological
society.
Clark is dedicated to being a dynamic community of learners able to thrive
in today’s increasingly interrelated societies. The University maintains a national
and international character, attracting high-caliber students and faculty from
all quarters of the globe. As a university residing in an urban context, Clark
also strives to address the needs and opportunities of contemporary urban life.
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