Mission, Vision & Goals
Vision (Who we want to be)
HCC will be recognized as a leader in education, innovation, and economic development – striving for excellence, creating community, and enriching the lives of those we serve.
Mission (Who we are)
The mission of Haywood Community College is to foster an environment that meets the educational needs of the communities it serves, promotes student success in higher education and in the workplace, and facilitates economic development.
Core Values (What guides us)
Approved: June 5th, 2018
Haywood Community College values Integrity, Excellence, Vision, and Collaboration.
Strategic Plan for Institutional Excellence Goals and Objectives
Approved: June 5th, 2018
For the 2018-19 through 2020-21 academic years, there are three Goals that will drive HCC's activities, resource allocation, and priorities. Every department will align their department goals and outcomes to the strategic plan as part of the Institutional Excellence process.
Goal 1 — Meet the educational needs of the communities HCC serves
Objective 1. Analyze existing and investigate new educational programs (continuing education and curriculum), based on regional data and employment trends, with particular focus on healthcare-related fields
Objective 2. Promote growth of programs and activities that generate increased awareness and improve funding opportunities
Objective 3. Further develop a student life and wellness program that meets the whole student while engaging the campus community
Objective 4. Market programs, student life activities, and student clubs and organizations
Goal 2 — Promote student success in higher education and in the workplace
Objective 1. Investigate research-based student success strategies and initiatives
Objective 2. Investigate workforce development needs and student success before and after graduation
Objective 3. Use data and research to promote student success and student workplace development
Goal 3 — Facilitate economic development
Objective 1. Build upon and expand relationships with existing and new employers
Objective 2. Cultivate community-based partnerships
Objective 3. Market economic development activities
An electronic copy of the strategic plan as an Adobe PDF can be downloaded using one of the following links: