Student Affairs Mission

Mission

The Division of Student Affairs at Siena College affirms the unique worth of each student and offers support to attain self-understanding and academic success. The staff and services cultivate an environment that integrates the values and teachings of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi to enhance and support student learning and development and to prepare graduates for lives of discernment, civic engagement and professional growth. Our Franciscan Catholic values serve as a lens through which to view the world, our way of being in relationship with each other and where the potential of each student is affirmed.

The following values provide a framework for student life programs and activities and are the essence of how we advocate for a climate of mutual respect and individual responsibility for the Siena College community:

A student centered philosophy. We are committed to advocating for student needs and concerns, and keep this at the core of our work as we create a just and peaceable environment for individuals to develop as scholars and leaders.

An appreciation for differences. We strive to provide opportunities that expose students to different viewpoints, attitudes and beliefs to open their minds. These are critical as we advocate for a community of respect and individual responsibility.

A belief in teamwork. We work together with all members of the College community for the common good of students reflective of the relational nature of a Franciscan community.

A reverence and respect for religious and spiritual belief and practice. As members of a Franciscan Catholic college, we strive to support all students in their journeys of faith; to encourage students to express their faith in prayer, liturgy and service with others; and to work towards putting faith into action for the betterment of the world around us.