Context for Analysis (C)

5C3 Setting Values and Expectations Regarding Ethics and Equity, Social
Responsibilities, and Community Service and Involvement

Western expects employees and students to be leaders in their work and communities. The Strategic Plan identifies service, quality, enthusiasm, freedom, respect, and courage as the institutional values of Western (Figure O.1). These core values shape day-to-day operations and contribute to a distinctive Western culture.

The Policy Guide contains policies that help shape the institution’s identity and promote equity (Figure 5.5).

The Student Handbook describes expected student behavior. The Student Government Association' s Constitution and Bylaws defines the communication system within the student organization.

The Strategic Plan identifies specific actions that directly affect service to the community. Western commits to the following:

• Use resources to provide expertise for collaborative efforts for community and regional priorities.
• Continue to develop an internal environment where community participation and leadership is rewarded and supported.
• Expand service opportunities for students and employees by increasing collaboration with community, regional, national, and international organizations.
• Encourage all students to participate in at least one service activity prior to graduation.
• Encourage all faculty and staff to participate in community service.
• Expand applied learning opportunities for students so that all graduates will have the opportunity to participate prior to graduation.

Figure 5.5 Policies

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