About Us
Mission
As a women's college within a coeducational university, Westhampton College seeks to strengthen women in their intellectual and personal development, to value diversity in all its forms, and to prepare women to lead informed, purposeful lives.
Objectives
Westhampton College seeks to fulfill its mission by:
- Strengthening our students’ lifelong appreciation of friendships, experiences, and connections among women.
- Fostering an environment that promotes respect for diverse identities, experiences, and expressions.
- Educating students about the role of gender in their lives and communities.
- Helping students integrate curricular and co-curricular knowledge.
- Providing services that support students academically and developmentally.
- Encouraging students to take responsibility for their health and well-being.
- Maintaining and strengthening ties with the alumnae of Westhampton College.
Principles
Each program within Westhampton College is modeled on these five principles:
- Women are at the center of the education enterprise.
- Westhampton students are held to the highest standards.
- Faculty and staff serve as role models for our students.
- Our women students are encouraged to take advantage of leadership opportunities.
- Westhampton College recognizes the tradition of progressiveness in the history of our college.
University Mission
The mission of the University of Richmond is to sustain a collaborative learning and research community that supports the personal development of its members and the creation of new knowledge. A Richmond education prepares students to live lives of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a global and pluralistic society. Approved March 15, 2005, by the Board of Trustees
Non-Discrimination Statement
Every University staff member, faculty member, and student has the right to work and study in an environment free from discrimination and harassment and should be treated with dignity and respect. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment against applicants, students, faculty, or staff on the basis of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, status as a veteran or any classification protected by local, state, or federal law.
Vision for Inclusive Diversity
The University of Richmond is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body and to modeling an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success.
