| Ownership
of Hancock University
Hancock University is wholly owned by
Hancock University., a California corporation. Hancock University. is incorporated in the state of California as a
private proprietary corporation, duly formed and organized
under the laws and regulations of the Secretary of State
for the State of California.
Mission
Hancock University is a multipurpose
educational institution, mature in its aims and ideals
and confident of its capacity to respond to the demands
of the future. The University offers quality professional
academic programs that promote the development and the
application of acquired knowledge. Hancock University's
programs are offered through on campus and distance
learning in a flexible format that makes it possible
for working professionals to achieve their educational
goals. Hancock University staff and faculty are committed
to providing our students the very same personalized
service that has been and will remain the hallmark of
this University.
Purpose
The purpose of Hancock University is
to improve quality and expand access to post-secondary
educational opportunities by providing a means for individuals
to learn independent of time or place and to earn competency-based
degrees and other credentials that are credible to both
academic institutions and employers. The University
will continue to improve learning and increase access
through innovative pedagogy and the creative use of
technology. The University exists to enable our students
to achieve their educational and professional goals.
Our high quality on-campus and online programs have
been designed so that our students can maximize their
learning potential.
Objectives
Underpinning the University's mission
is the commitment to and achievement of the following
objectives:
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Excellence in teaching;
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Successful and affordable student-centered online
and classroom instruction and learning;
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Accessibility, flexibility, and the use of appropriate
technology in the delivery of its online programs
and services;
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Encouragement of scholarly pursuit and creative endeavors
of students, faculty and university staff;
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Responsive, helpful, and informed support at the point
of admission and subsequent student support geared
towards enrollment and student retention;
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Integrity, fairness, and professionalism in all operations
which support our mission;
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A global perspective in relation to our programs,
services, students, faculty and cooperative educational
affiliations;
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Collaboration with business, industry, municipal service
providers, and government agencies in creating affordable
and accessible learning opportunities for employees;
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Receptivity and respect for a diversity of cultures,
ideas, experiences and peoples in all areas of the
University;
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Access to public employee constituencies including
members of the armed services, public service employees,
law enforcement, fire and public safety individuals;
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A forward thinking outlook that values innovation,
self- assessment, creative thinking and a willingness
to initiate positive educational change.
Institutional Effectiveness
and Student Outcomes Assessment
Hancock University is committed to its
mission and to continuous improvement of its programs
and services. Assessment is the ongoing process of evaluating
students’ academic achievements. Students, faculty
mentors, staff, and external constituencies are asked
to participate in assessment and institutional effectiveness
activities, that may include, but are not limited to,
examination, performance assessments, questionnaires,
surveys, interviews, portfolios, case studies, comprehensive
exams and follow-up studies.
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