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EIU Student Life Office

Mission, Vision and Core Values

Mission

Through various programs and services, it is our mission to provide a variety of co-curricular experiences designed to enrich the social, cultural, educational, and personal development of Eastern Illinois University students; promote student leadership, civic responsibility, and respect for diversity; and empower and encourage EIU students to reach their full potential in a student-centered, supportive environment.

Vision

The Student Life Office seeks to complement the academic mission of the university through collaborative relationships, programs, and services designed to foster student success, involvement, and governance.

Core Values

  • Civic and Community Engagement — Service and contributions to others.
  • Collaboration — Create partnerships that build a sense of community.
  • Diversity/Inclusiveness — Values, accepts and embraces diversity.
  • Empowerment — Value stakeholders, autonomy and decision making.
  • Innovative — Promoting positive programming through change.
  • Involvement — Engaging in experiences that complement the classroom.
  • Social Responsibility — Accountability for actions and behaviors.
  • Student-Centeredness — Focused on meeting needs and expectations.

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Contact Information

Student Life Office

3065 MLK Jr. Union
Charleston, IL 61920-3099
217-581-3829
Fax: 217-581-3837
slo@eiu.edu


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