James A. Rhodes State College

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Philosophy of Student Learning and Development

At Rhodes State College our focus is upon student learning and development both in and out of the classroom.  Therefore, the philosophy of student learning and development at the College is to promote the whole person in the context of a diverse community in which students are encouraged to responsibly manage their lives and educational goals with balance and integrity.

Through a student-centered environment, students are developed toward intellectual, intrapersonal, interpersonal and life-management achievement.  As students embark on their educational journey at Rhodes State College, they learn to experience, understand, and appreciate a college education and what it can do for them personally and professionally.

The College adheres to exemplary student affairs practices that are designed to create a student development-centered environment that recognizes diversity and promotes student access and progress.  The philosophy of student learning and development is embedded within the Enrollment Services mission, goals, activities, programs and services.