Mission and Values
Donnelly College Mission
Donnelly College is a Catholic institution of higher education that seeks to continue the mission of Jesus Christ in our time by making the love of God tangible in our world.
Specifically, the mission of Donnelly College is to provide education and community services with personal concern for the needs and abilities of each student, especially those who might not otherwise be served.
Donnelly College Values
Truth
Donnelly seeks to inspire lifelong discovery and the communication of truth by exploring the connectedness all things, studying the intersections of faith and reason, and engaging in civil dialogue with all peoples.
Community
Rooted in Christian and Benedictine values, Donnelly seeks to motivate actions and relationships that promote a just community, recognizing that every person has inherent dignity and potential,
and that we serve God by serving God’s people.
Excellence
Donnelly seeks to challenge people to become the best version of themselves in their vocation, personal life, civic engagement, and faith pursuit. Excellence requires perseverance amidst obstacles, striving beyond what is comfortable, openness to new ideas, a commitment to quality and concerted effort.
Donnelly College encourages all students, employees, and college volunteers to Seek Truth, Build Community and Pursue Excellence.
Assessment Philosophy
Assessment Philosophy
Donnelly College’s assessment framework has been designed to promote continuous program improvement. The faculty, staff, and students of Donnelly College recognize that program improvement can come in many forms, but that without taking time to examine and critically reflect on programmatic and internal operations there will be little chance of making meaningful or significant changes.
What Is Assessment of Student Learning?
Assessment is a systematic collection and analysis of data to improve student learning. The assessment process allows us to determine whether students can demonstrate specific knowledge and skills after completing a program of study. Assessment informs curricular revisions, helps establish budgetary priorities, and guides program improvements.
Philosophy of General Education
Philosophy of General Education
Donnelly College is committed to the integration of faith and reason, fully honoring its Catholic mission, values, and identity as its community comes to know the truth. In addition to upholding the standards of academic excellence, faculty, and students should engage in reflection and research in light of the Catholic faith, with an institutional commitment to the service of others. Graduates will develop a breadth of content knowledge and the skills and abilities which will enable them to become educated participants in a diverse global community.