Claflin University The World Needs Visionaries Value Proposition Statement

Claflin University main- technology, engineering and environment which provides op- tains a strong regional mathematics) disciplines. portunities for academic, social, I and national academic Students are mentored in cut- cultural and spiritual growth. reputation as evidenced ing edge research by world-class Claflin University aver- by its recognition by national faculty in labs located in a “core ages a faculty-student publications as a premier university research” facility for the state ratio of 1:13 which al- that prepares graduates for quality of South Carolina as designated VIII lows for smaller classes, job placement, increased graduate by the South Carolina active student engagement with school acceptance, and workforce Research Authority. positive faculty-student relation- readiness in the region and beyond. Claflin University of- ships in personalized teaching and Claflin University, a fers undergraduate learning settings. “Best Value” institution, research opportunities V Student Success at provides affordable and that provide authentic II Claflin University is exceptional educational and challenging learning experi- characterized by persis- experiences for all students while ences with renowned professors IX tence toward graduation, maintaining higher student reten- which increase readiness for and receipt of prestigious fellowships tion rates and shorter time for enrollment in “top” graduate and and scholarships, admission into degree completion than the professional schools. competitive graduate and profes- national average. Claflin University expe- sional schools and recruitment by Claflin University pre- rience fosters global major companies and agencies. pares students for fulfill- perspectives through VI Claflin University ing careers with strategic strategic interactions III engages the resources focus on visionary lead- with diverse student and faculty of the “midlands” of ership, confidence, adaptability and populations and consistent in- X South Carolina as a collaboration by providing struc- volvement with inclusive learning laboratory for service learning, tured experiential /applied learning experiences designed for en- internships, field experiences, experiences for all students. hancement of cultural awareness clinical practice and part/full time and responsible citizenship. Claflin University has a employment. strong record of edu- Claflin University offers IV cating minority students a student-centered in the STEM (science, VII living and learning