Vision (the world we want to create)
Leadership: Our students are community leaders. Therefore our vision is that all SALP students are capable of being socially just, ethical leaders who will create a better world.
Engagement: Having connection to a campus community fosters student success. Therefore our vision is that all students at Portland State have opportunity to find meaningful connections and community.
Mission (what we do to work towards our vision)
Student Activities and Leadership Programs cultivates student engagement, leadership, and professional development in an effort to foster community and connection among students.
Values (SALP staff members commitments to our work)
Integrity: ensuring that our actions reflect our words, especially when it comes to being active listeners, honest, accountable, and respectful.
Student Centered: full awareness of the responsibility that SALP has to help students actualize their full potential.
Education and Growth: supporting students by equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the challenge of applying in-class principles to real-life situations.
Community: intentionally creating an atmosphere that encourages students to discover and express all aspects of their identity, to make meaningful connections with others, and to have fun.
Continuous Improvement: seeking and incorporating feedback and best practices.