Environment for Learning

As articulated in its Statement of Purpose, UNC Charlotte is committed to excellence in its teaching, research, and service programs and the relationships that support and are supported by them. Emphasis is placed on creating a campus environment that encourages the active involvement of students in their personal and intellectual development and that promotes responsible citizenship.

The policies and practices of the University are designed to promote for each of its members:

·  attitudes and opportunities for creative, critical, and independent inquiry;

·  high standards for the acquisition of knowledge and the achievement of intellectual understanding;

·  freedom from the limitations of ignorance, prejudice and intolerance;

·  self-knowledge and an understanding of the relationships of the individual to society; and,

·  knowledge of and experience with cultures and circumstances that differ from the familiar in location, time, or values.

UNC Charlotte is committed to ensuring an environment for all students and employees which is fair, humane, and respectful – an environment that supports and rewards student and employee performance on the basis of relevant considerations such as ability and effort.