Caring Campus Initiative

The Caring Campus Initiative fosters a welcoming and supportive college environment to enhance students’ sense of belonging and connectedness. This sense of connection directly impacts student success, including increased retention, registration rates, and goal completion.

Our Mission as a Caring Campus

We strive to create an inclusive environment where every student feels supported and valued. This mission is especially critical for underrepresented student populations, who often face additional challenges completing their educational goals.

Research highlights the vital role staff and employees play in strengthening student connectedness. Together, we aim to:

Improve student services
Provide excellent customer service
Create a positive campus environment
Boost student retention
Increase registration rates
Foster connections across departments and the college

Through the Caring Campus Initiative, Mission College is committed to helping students navigate their educational journeys successfully.

Caring Campus Commitments

Understand Other Departments

Build awareness of roles and services across departments to support collaboration and student success.
Warm Referrals & Hand-Offs

Personally connect students with the right contacts, offering context to ensure smooth transitions.
Student-Friendly Language

Use clear, inclusive, and supportive language that’s easy for students to understand.
Visible Name Badges

Wear clear, consistent name badges to promote approachability and accountability.
Welcoming Campaigns

Launch coordinated efforts that create strong first impressions and foster a sense of belonging.

E-introductions in emails: Take the student’s information and make virtual connections.
Warm email referrals and hand-offs: Personally introduce yourself before connecting students with additional resources.
Summary of services on webpages: Ensure easy access to comprehensive information.

Why Caring Campus Matters

Caring Campus creates opportunities for students to feel supported in their educational journey, leading to better outcomes and a stronger connection to Mission College.

Learn more about our efforts by exploring the Caring Campus Handbook.

Caring Campus Handbook