UNBOUNCE - MSMU Strategic Plan - Flipbook - Page 4
Building upon a strong foundation
THE FIVE PILLARS OF DISTINCTION
The Five Pillars of Distinction are hallmarks of a Mount education. The Pillars
drive innovative programs and initiatives through centers and institutes that
serve as hubs for activity and engagement for the entire Mount community.
1. Innovative Teaching and Learning
2. Women
3. Global Awareness and Understanding
4. Community
5. Spirit of the Founders
The Five Pillars of Distinction are woven into the fabric of the University, and
will continue to inspire the work of the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan.
THE CENTERS AT MOUNT SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY
The Center for Academic Innovation and Creativity (CAIC) brings together
faculty, staff and student thought leaders from across our community to
incubate and launch the most effective practices to support student success,
innovative teaching, learning and engagement in the Scholarship of Teaching
and Learning.
The Center for Global Initiatives (CGI) promotes the comprehensive
internationalization of our university by serving as a catalyst and platform for
global undergraduate research, faculty scholarship and intellectual dialogue.
CGI fosters participation by the university’s students, faculty and staff in global
experiences both on campus and abroad.
The CSJ Institute is rooted in the rich history and charism of the Sisters of
St. Joseph of Carondelet. The Institute advances the CSJ commitment to serve
all persons without distinction, to respond to the needs of the times, and to
prepare fearless visionaries for a just future.
The Center for the Advancement of Women (CAW) is a hub for gender
equity research, advocacy and leadership development. The Center’s vision
is to find solutions to persistent gender inequities and work with partners to
eradicate them in our lifetime.
The Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (CDEI) is committed to
fostering a diverse, anti-racist and welcoming community to people of all
backgrounds. The CDEI creates and implements strategies for enhancing
equity, diversity and inclusion, combating discrimination, and achieving our
shared values of upholding dignity for all.
2 Mount Saint Mary’s University Strategic Plan 2021-2026
