2006-2007 Student Handbook - University of the Incarnate Word
2006-2007 Student Handbook - University of the Incarnate Word
2006-2007 Student Handbook - University of the Incarnate Word
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President’s WelcomeDear <strong>Student</strong>s:Thank you for choosing <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Incarnate</strong> <strong>Word</strong> for your studies, and for entrusting youreducation to us. You have our pledge that we will do everything possible to ensure that you have apositive experience as a member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Incarnate</strong> <strong>Word</strong> community.<strong>Incarnate</strong> <strong>Word</strong> is an institution that strives to provide students with a top-notch educational experienceby fostering excellence within a context <strong>of</strong> faith. You can be assured that when you graduate from <strong>the</strong><strong>University</strong>, you will meet <strong>the</strong> world with a great education and a strong sense <strong>of</strong> mission.The student handbook for <strong>2006</strong>-<strong>2007</strong> has been carefully prepared to assist you and all <strong>of</strong> us in <strong>the</strong> UIWcommunity in having a positive and productive school year. The publication opens with a copy <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>mission statement that identifies <strong>the</strong> core values that mark UIW as a unique institution – Faith, Service,Innovation, Truth and Education. Please make time over <strong>the</strong> year to read this statement and reflect onhow <strong>the</strong>se values are at work in your life.The <strong>Handbook</strong> also contains <strong>the</strong> <strong>Student</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> Conduct. It provides <strong>the</strong> rules by which we expectyou, as students, to live and work toge<strong>the</strong>r because we all require sound, ethical codes to guide ourinteractions. All <strong>of</strong> us have witnessed <strong>the</strong> chaos and pain that result when <strong>the</strong>se systems fail. OurMission <strong>of</strong> human dignity and mutual respect calls for us to support one ano<strong>the</strong>r and ensures that atUIW, we will not fail.Finally, <strong>the</strong> <strong>Handbook</strong> outlines <strong>the</strong> many outstanding academic and social opportunities that areavailable for you at UIW. I urge you to get involved! The faculty, staff and administration will doeverything possible to make your time here meaningful and challenging. But you as an individualreally shape your own destiny, so I challenge you to develop your leadership potential by takingadvantage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> many opportunities open to you. You really can make a difference in <strong>the</strong> community.This is a special time to be alive, and it is a wonderful time to be a part <strong>of</strong> a thriving community suchas ours. Welcome to <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Incarnate</strong> <strong>Word</strong>. I wish you every success!Sincerely,Dr. Louis J. Agnese, Jr.President<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Incarnate</strong> <strong>Word</strong>5
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