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Mission Statement

The mission of Eastfield College is to provide educational opportunities through high-quality instruction, services and programs in an environment conducive to student success in academic, technical, occupational, and continuing education. Our purpose is to develop responsible citizenship, to value diversity and cultural enrichment, and to be accountable and adaptable.

Goals

Eastfield College will:

1. Provide access for all students & help them achieve their educational goals by offering a broad range of instructional & student support services including counseling & guidance.
2. Assist students in obtaining freshman- & sophomore-level knowledge & skills leading to employment, and/or an associate degree and/or prepare them for transfer to baccalaureate degree- granting institutions.
3. Assist students in obtaining knowledge, skills, & services necessary to obtain a certificate and/or applied associate degree & to succeed in technical-occupational careers.
4. Provide literacy, developmental education, & English for Speakers of Other Languages programs to prepare students to participate successfully in further academic & Career opportunities.
5. Assist students seeking training for advancement in their current field, training for entry-level job skills, retraining for employment or personal enrichment through comprehensive continuing education & workforce training.
6. Develop education partnerships with business, industry, government entities, & civic organizations to enhance economic development.
7. Provide all students with personal, social, & cultural enrichment opportunities & encourage them to exercise their rights & responsibilities as citizens.
8. Employ a qualified, diverse staff & provide opportunities for professional development for staff members to enhance their skills & abilities.
9. Continuously study, analyze, & appraise the college's purposes, procedures, programs & organization to enhance institutional effectiveness.