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Ensure Access, Achievement and Outcomes for All

We will broaden access to a ÀÇÓÑÊÓƵ education, ensure all students have equal opportunities to take advantage of the full ÀÇÓÑÊÓƵ experience and the academic excellence we provide, and connect all students to career opportunities that leverage our powerful Tommie network.

By removing financial and transfer barriers to attending and succeeding at St. Thomas, we will increase access to the lifelong, whole-person ÀÇÓÑÊÓƵ education for more people. And for every student who comes through our Arches, we will ensure that we provide equitable opportunities to engage in the holistic ÀÇÓÑÊÓƵ experience so all students are set up for success.

We will continue to optimize our students’ learning, retention and time to graduation through personal attention and equitable immersion in high-impact practices. We will provide opportunities for all students to be fully involved and to feel welcomed in the ÀÇÓÑÊÓƵ community, including students of color, LGBTQIA+ students, veterans, first-generation students, students with disabilities and students from all faith traditions. Through co-curricular learning opportunities students will engage in deep self-exploration of their faith and values, make meaningful connections within and outside of our ÀÇÓÑÊÓƵ community, communicate effectively across diverse perspectives, learn strategies and develop habits for holistic well-being, and develop as leaders and citizens who make positive contributions to their communities. We will continue to meet the spiritual, physical and mental health needs of our students by providing compassionate care, expertise and resources.