Our Core Values
Grounded in a Christ-centered commitment to character and service, Orlean Beeson School of Education is guided by core values that shape how we teach, lead and serve others.
Integrity
Being authentic; consistently living out core values in all situations; acting in ways that demonstrate belief in the importance of being honest and behaving ethically
Respect
Being respectful; acting in ways that demonstrate the belief that all people have worth and should be treated with dignity; demonstrating love and compassion for all people; acting in ways that demonstrate the belief that all people can contribute, and that collaboration and teamwork are desirable
Responsibility
Being responsible; acting in ways that demonstrate a belief in the importance of fulfilling individual and collective commitments, serving others, making positive contributions, working with purpose, and advocating for people and causes
Humility
Being humble; acting in ways that are not prideful or arrogant; serving others; demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and a teachable spirit, both intellectually and personally
Strategic Plan
The priorities and corresponding goals from Samford University’s strategic plan, Fidelitas, provide an organizing structure for the school’s annual action plan and priorities.
