staffpershandbook 2011[1] - Flagler College

ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION
Flagler College is governed by a Board of Trustees. Its President has the responsibility for the operation of the
College in accordance with the purposes and policies determined by the Trustees. The chart on the following page
depicts the basic organization of the institution.
As an employee, you represent Flagler College to its students, their families, members of the community and guests.
Flagler College is largely dependent upon the support of its Trustees, the local community, corporations, parents and
alumni. You are a vital part of the public relations program. It is important that all employees exhibit courteous
behavior and a professional appearance.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The aim of Flagler College is to provide a supportive and challenging environment in which students acquire
knowledge, exercise good citizenship, and adhere to high ethical standards. The principal focus of the College's
academic program is undergraduate education in selected liberal and pre-professional studies; thus, the role of
teaching is central to the College's mission.
The purposes of the academic program are to provide opportunities for general and specialized learning; to assist
students in preparing for careers; and to aid qualified students in pursuing graduate and professional studies.
The objectives of the student life program at Flagler are to establish appropriate standards of conduct and to promote
activities that will contribute to the development of self-discipline, integrity, and leadership.
Flagler College was established as a memorial to Henry M. Flagler. The Hotel Ponce de Leon, built by Mr. Flagler,
serves as a reminder of his enterprise, diligence, and commitment to high standards. The College is pledged to the
preservation and use of this facility and other historic and architecturally unique campus structures.
DISTINCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS
Consistent with Flagler’s unique mission are several characteristics which collectively define the specific nature of
the College. These distinctive characteristics, listed below, help to distinguish Flagler College from other institutions
of higher leaning.
• Flagler College is small. • Flagler College offers a limited number of academic programs. • Flagler
College seeks a faculty dedicated to undergraduate teaching. • Flagler College maintains high standards of
personal conduct. • Flagler College serves the full-time, traditional college-age student. • Flagler College
seeks to use community resources. • Flagler College maintains unique campus structures. • Flagler College
practices prudent management of resources. • Flagler College provides a friendly campus environment.
Flagler College at its option, may change, delete, suspend or discontinue parts or the policy in its
entirety, at any time and without prior notice. In the event of a policy change, employees will be
notified. Any such action shall apply to existing as well as future employees. Page V