Mission and Values
Mission
Amarillo College is committed to transforming lives through learning, creating opportunities for student success, and nurturing prosperity for the Texas Panhandle.
Vision
Every Learner Succeeds. Innovation Thrives. Communities Flourish.
Values
I – Integrity
What – We earn trust through our actions.
How – INTEGRITY means doing what is right, even when it is difficult. We act with honesty, transparency, and consistency in every interaction. We keep our commitments, own our decisions, and build confidence in one another through our words and actions. By modeling integrity, we prepare our students to lead with character and purpose.
C – Curiosity
What – We embrace learning without limits.
How – CURIOSITY fuels discovery, innovation, and growth. We ask questions, seek understanding, and remain open to new ideas and perspectives. We challenge ourselves to learn continuously, improve boldly, and adapt to meet the needs of our students and communities. We inspire our students to approach life with the same passion for learning and exploration.
A – Accountability
What – We take ownership of our impact.
How – ACCOUNTABILITY means holding ourselves and one another to high standards because our students, colleagues, and communities depend on us. We deliver on our commitments, measure our results, and continuously strive for excellence. We encourage our students to take responsibility for their learning, growth, and contributions to the world around them.
R – Relevance
What – We deliver instruction that matters.
How – RELEVANCE means connecting education to opportunity, purpose, and real-world impact. We design experiences that prepare students for meaningful careers, engaged citizenship, and lifelong success. We continually adapt to meet the evolving needs of our region while helping students understand the difference they can make in their communities and beyond.
E – Engagement
What – We create belonging through connection.
How – ENGAGEMENT means showing up with purpose, listening with respect, and contributing to something greater than ourselves. We foster relationships that strengthen learning, collaboration, and community. By creating environments where people feel valued, supported, and empowered, we invite every student and employee to play an active role in our shared success.
Strategic Goals
- Empower All Students to Achieve Their Purpose (Student Success & Completion)
- Build the Workforce that Powers Our Region’s Future (Workforce & Career Alignment)
- Promote Teaching and Learning Excellence
- Steward Resources to Sustain and Expand Our Impact
- A Century of Impact, A Future of Possibility