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COLLEGE OVERVIEW

Mission and Vision of the College
Mission
We are a two-year college , serving Northeast Wisconsin by providing education , training , and lifelong learning opportunities for individuals and businesses leading to the development of a skilled workforce .
Our customers stimulate the economic vitality of our district as a result of the application of skills and knowledge acquired through the completion of certificates , degrees , diplomas , and courses .
Vision
NWTC is a cutting edge life-long learning college that transforms , strengthens , and inspires .
Equity Value
The intended culture of NWTC is demonstrated daily through our nine values , including “ Everyone Has Worth ,” our value specifically related to equity . NWTC ’ s values also include : Customer Focus , Passion and Inspiration , Creativity and Innovation , Collaboration , Emotional Intelligence , Results and Accountability , Valuing Talent and Wellbeing , and Ethics .
Everyone Has Worth : We are committed to embracing the worth of every individual , providing an inclusive place for all people , and creating a respectful and stimulating environment necessary for intellectual and personal growth . How do we demonstrate that everyone has worth ? We …
• Work effectively to promote an environment where individual values and social differences are embraced .
• Value the inherent worth of equity in every aspect of the College .
• Seek innovative practices and initiatives that stimulate and advance diversity and inclusion .
• Commit to the ongoing need for cultural competence and personal self-development .
• Ask questions about cultures , customs and different perspectives .
• Discuss diversity and inclusion at department meetings .
• Solicit feedback to understand equity versus equality .
• Apply cultural competence knowledge in actions and decisions made .
• Engage in diversity related events on and off campus .
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