Since joining Xavier as President, I have been inspired by our identity, unique as the only Black, Catholic institution among all American colleges and universities. Our rich heritage as historically Black and our Catholic mission to promote a just and humane society, define our history and also our future and purpose.
I am committed to our founding mission and honoring our African American tradition and Catholic values; and for this reason to sustaining our academic rigor, standards of excellence, and outcomes, and to promoting an inclusive learning community for all Xavierites.
Shared Values of Xavier's Mission
Xavier University of Louisiana, founded by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, is Catholic and historically Black. The ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.
Our Goals
Xavier University of Louisiana's Goals are :
Objective 1: Commit to the inclusion, success, and flourishing of all Xavier students.
Objective 2: Empower our students to develop their capacity and apply their learning in service to others, while discerning their role in a global society.
Objective 3: Amplify the institution’s position as a thought leader and Xavier’s positive impact on issues of social justice and humanity.
Objective 1: Strengthen our efforts to establish an inclusive, collaborative, and equitable community where everyone is welcomed, valued and supported to attain their fullest potential.
Objective 2: Empower faculty and staff to contribute to Xavier’s mission through opportunities that support the creation of a holistic student experience.
Objective 3: Engender a culture that invests in employees’ professional development so that they may better support our student
Objective 1: Reinvigorate our physical and information technology infrastructure to foster innovation throughout the institution.
Objective 2: Affirm Xavier’s commitment to a sustainable future through efficient, innovative facilities and operations that enhance the campus experience and our community’s well-being.
Objective 3: Elevate the stature of the university through bold advancement initiatives crafted to build a robust and sustainable financial market position.
Objective 1: Expand intercultural and international research and teaching across all areas of knowledge;
Objective 2: Renew and invigorate the arts and humanities to reflect the interplay of disciplines at work in our societies.
Objective 3: Enhance Xavier’s institutional capacity to respond to the emerging energy economy and resulting societal change.
Objective 4: Increase our capacity to contribute to greater health equity in our society and the world