LMU Mission Statement
The mission and purpose of Lincoln Memorial University, as approved by the board of trustees on November 10, 2017, is available through the LMU website (https://www.lmunet.edu/about-lmu/heritage-mission.php).
Lincoln Memorial University is a comprehensive values-based learning community dedicated to providing quality educational experiences at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. The University strives to give students a foundation for a more productive life by upholding the principles of Abraham Lincoln's life: a dedication to individual liberty, responsibility, and improvement; a respect for citizenship; recognition of the intrinsic value of high moral and ethical standards; and a belief in a personal God.
While primarily committed to teaching, the University supports research and service. The University's curriculum and commitment to quality instruction at every level are based on the beliefs that graduates must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in an era of rapidly and continuously expanding communication technology, must have an appreciable depth of learning in a field of knowledge, must appreciate and understand the various ways by which we come to know ourselves and the world around us, and must be able to exercise informed judgments.
The University believes that one of the major cornerstones of meaningful existence is service to humanity. By making educational, service, and research opportunities available to students, Lincoln Memorial University seeks to improve life for the students it serves. While serving students from throughout the state, nation, and many other countries, the University retains a commitment to enrich the lives of people and communities in the Appalachian region.
LMU-OPCVM Mission Statement
The mission of the Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine at Orange Park (LMU-OPCVM) is to develop competent, confident, career-ready veterinary professionals through innovation and excellence in veterinary education, service, and research that advances the health and well-being of humans, animals, and the environment. The mission is achieved by:
- Graduating students with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and providing advanced training for veterinary technicians
- Providing a values-based learning community as the context for teaching, research, and service
- Investing in quality academic programs supported by excellent faculty, facilities, technology, and partnerships
- Providing quality research opportunities for students and faculty in animal health, One Health, and veterinary education
- Focusing on excellence in instruction and clinical experiences in biomedical sciences, public health, and comprehensive veterinary health care for companion, exotic, and production animals
- Promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging by seeking to address systemic barriers, fostering a sense of belonging, and cultivating an environment where all individuals are encouraged to develop their potential
- Embracing compassionate veterinary care that values service and leadership as an enduring commitment to professionalism and the highest ethical standards