- Cultural Awareness: Students will examine the impact of the contributions of diverse peoples with an emphasis on African Americans and peoples of the African diaspora.
- Biblical Foundations: Students will apply Biblical knowledge and Christ-centered values and attitudes to current issues, health principles, service, and moral decision-making.
- Communication: Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively to local, national, and global audiences using multiple methods.
- Critical Thinking: Students will demonstrate competence in critical thinking through writing.
- Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning: Students will apply knowledge of basic science and mathematics for understanding the physical and social world.
- Technology/Information Literacy: Students will display competence in the application of technology and information literacy.