General University Information

Mission and Core Values

Walsh University Mission Statement

Walsh University is an independent, coeducational Catholic, liberal arts and sciences institution. Founded by the Brothers of Christian Instruction, Walsh University is dedicated to educating its students to become leaders in service to others through a values-based education with an international perspective in the Judeo-Christian tradition.

Walsh University believes in the desirability of a small university that promotes academic excellence, a diverse community and close student-teacher interactions. The University provides its students a higher education that fosters critical thinking, effective communication, spiritual growth, and personal, professional and cultural development. Walsh University encourages individuals to act in accordance with reason guided by the example and teachings of Jesus Christ.

Core Values

We commit ourselves to these values in all that we do as a framework for helping each other take our place as we discover our life's purpose.

FAITH: We recognize that individual spiritual journeys and prayer are foundational in all of our efforts to fulfill the mission.

EXCELLENCE: We embrace the notion that our best efforts and selves are critical components to reaching our goals and ultimate purpose.

INTEGRITY: There is harmony and truth in our thoughts, words and deeds.

SERVICE: We selflessly place the needs and interests of others ahead of our own.

COMMUNITY: We share a passion for the mission of the University and the values espoused therein as we care for and support one another to achieve the common good.