SCC Mission Statement
College Vision
Provide personal planning, support and educational opportunities that empower everyone to achieve their full potential.
College Mission
Salem Community College believes in the value of education and that your success is our success. Our commitment is to meet the ever-changing needs of our diverse community by providing accessible and affordable educational experiences in a dynamic learning environment that incorporates standards of excellence.
Institutional Priorities
- Build and sustain productive partnerships with all external SCC stakeholders to match quality programs and services with changing economic and demographic trends.
- Integrate a transparent process of assessment to communicate expectations for excellence and quality educational outcomes for all students.
- Recruit and retain qualified administrators, faculty, and staff who are committed to the vision and mission of the College and who embrace the value of education.
- Enhance our current operational and capital funding through creative and sustainable resources and utilize existing resources effectively.
- Collaborate with P-16 partners for recruitment and transition and establish an aligned curriculum that prepares students for college-level work.
- Expand the use of institutional technology for the improvement of instruction, assessment, communication and administration.
- Build stronger connections to students through an enhanced collegiate environment that includes expanded services.
Diversity Statement
Salem Community College recognizes its responsibility and commitment to foster an environment of respect, understanding and tolerance among all individuals and groups, with sensitivity for those likely to experience disrespect, abuse and misunderstanding because of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, economic status, or mental or physical challenges.