Mission, Vision, and Values

Our Mission

Blue Ridge Community College empowers individuals with knowledge and skills to enrich our communities and build a competitive workforce.

Our Vision

Transforming lives through the power of learning.


Our Values

Student Success
We are committed to the success of our students by adhering to the highest levels of academic and professional standards.

Integrity
We demonstrate the ideals of honesty, fairness and ethical behavior in all situations and circumstances.

Excellence
We are dedicated to continuous improvement and providing the highest quality teaching, training, and service to our community.

Responsibility
We accept responsibility for our actions and decisions and are accountable to our students, communities and the generations who come after us.

Adaptability
We are responsive and innovative when meeting the changing needs of our communities.

Our Goals

Strategic Goal 1
Create a long-term vision for campus facilities that supports our mission, advances our vision, and responds to community needs.

Strategic Goal 2
Grow our community partnerships and outreach in order to broaden our impact on the communities we serve.

Strategic Goal 3
Increase the number of post-secondary credentials awarded in furtherance of a strong workforce pipeline (My FutureNC).

Strategic Goal 4
Develop engagement strategies that retain talent, improve the relationship between employees and the College, create an energized, thriving workforce, and develop strategies to address appropriate performance expectations from employees at all levels.

Strategic Goal 5
In support of myFutureNC and NC Reconnect, support adult learners to increase the number of credentialed adults age range 25-44.