At the Schreyer Honors College, we believe curiosity fuels ambition. Our mission, vision, and values reflect a commitment to independent scholarship, meaningful faculty mentorship, global perspective, leadership development, and civic engagement. These principles invite our Scholars to go deeper, pursue what matters to them, and create paths that are uniquely their own.

Grounded in these principles, Schreyer offers a vibrant community where students connect with people and opportunities, activate every part of their education, and develop the clarity of purpose to make a positive impact on their communities and the world.

Explore our mission, vision, and values to discover whether Schreyer is the right place for you.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Schreyer Honors College is to promote:

  • Academic Excellence with Integrity

  • Building a Global Perspective

  • Creating Opportunities for Leadership and Civic Engagement

Our Vision

Schreyer Honors College will:

  • Redefine Excellence in Honors Education

  • Create Communities of Authentic Belonging and Engaging Experiences

  • Pioneer New Ideas with Integrity of Purpose

  • Lead Positive Change through its People

Our Values

We are Scholar-Centered, guided by:

  1. Inclusive Community

    Learning together with an intellectual curiosity that recognizes the whole person, discovers common ground, fosters trust, and celebrates diversity.

  2. Courageous Discovery

    Supporting the risk-taking required for the advancement of knowledge and scholarly achievement.

  3. Global Intention

    Recognizing individual responsibilities and opportunities in our communities and an interconnected world.

  4. Empowered Growth

    Meeting Schreyer Scholars, faculty, staff and alumni where they are, and partnering in service to their aspirations.