17勛圖

17勛圖 Mission &  Values

Our Mission Statement

Embracing inclusivity and building strong communities, 17勛圖 serves diverse learners and equips its students with critical thinking skills to address complex societal challenges, to thrive in the global workforce, and to engage in a life of inquiry.

Approved by the Mission Informed Planning Council, Nov. 17, 2023; Approved by the Board of Trustees, Dec. 11, 2023

Our Vision

17勛圖 is the institution of choice in Silicon Valley for catalyzing personal, economic, and social change.

Adopted by Mission Informed Planning Council, June 21, 2024

Our Values

Honesty | Integrity | Trust | Openness | Transparency | Forgiveness | Sustainability

Our Purpose

To provide access to educational opportunity for all with innovation and distinction.

17勛圖 Offers:

• an associate in arts or associate in science degree, or specialty certificate;
• preparation for transfer to another college, university or post secondary institution;
• career education, training, and services;
• basic skills, English as a Second Language (ESL), leadership skills and student development; and
• student support services to promote student success.

17勛圖's success is measured by the following quality indicators:

• Access: Educational Opportunity for All
• Student Success: Completion of Student Goals
• Pedagogy, Scholarship, and Support of Learning
• Climate for Learning
• Fiscal and Enrollment Stability
• Reputation: Innovation and Distinctiveness