STUDENT HANDBOOK - ITT Technical Institute

MISSION STATEMENTThe ITT Technical Institute is an institution of higher learning that is committed to offering quality undergraduate,graduate and continuing education locally, nationally and worldwide to students of diverse backgrounds, interestsand abilities. The institution offers career-related educational programs that integrate life-long learning withknowledge and skills to help students:· Pursue their personal interests and objectives;· Develop intellectual, analytical and critical thinking abilities; and· Provide service to their communities.The programs employ traditional, applied and adult-learning pedagogies and are delivered through traditional,accelerated and distance methodologies in a learner-centered environment of mutual respect.FROM THE CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICERCongratulations on your decision to pursue your education at ITT Technical Institute. Your decision to increaseyour knowledge can help you positively affect your future.During your enrollment, you will be challenged by your instructors to accomplish predetermined goals that canhelp you develop knowledge and skills to prepare for a career in a variety of fields involving your program ofstudy. During my experience in education, I have observed that a person’s attitude is the single most importantdeterminant of success. A positive can-do attitude, both during your educational experience and your employment,can help lead you to further growth. You are now a member of the lifelong learning community.Scientific research has shown that there are five keys to achieving your maximum potential. These five keys canhelp you unlock opportunities for future growth and happiness.The first of these keys is to clarify your vision, to determine what is important to you and what it is you want.When you know what you want, you will be able to make better decisions. It can help you better determinewhether a choice will lead you closer to or take you farther from your ideal.The second of these keys is to be positive; to develop a positive self-image by knowing that you have what it takesto be a success. You have the ability to be creative and find solutions if only you allow yourself to do so.The third of these keys is to become goal oriented. Having and living toward specific, measurable, attainable andrealistic goals can help you become resilient and overcome the obstacles that otherwise could make realizing yourvision more difficult.The fourth of these keys is to take action. Goals without action are only wishes. You have already taken actiontoward your career goals by seeking knowledge at ITT Technical Institute. Don’t let fear of success keep you fromtaking the actions you need to take.The fifth of these keys is to build relationships. Individuals are most effective when they build relationships withother people who share similar visions and goals. The staff at ITT Technical Institute will be there to assist you asyou work toward realizing your vision.Good Luck as you learn, grow and pursue your goals!Dean KempterChief Academic Officer2