MISSION
Â鶹ÊÓƵ is grounded in Christian faith and dedicated to transforming the lives of students through education, service, and community.
Â鶹ÊÓƵ lives out its mission by weaving its Christian character into every aspect of campus life. The University equips both undergraduate and graduate students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding needed to thrive in a diverse and global society. Through discovery, creativity, and critical inquiry, students are encouraged to grow intellectually and personally within a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Chowan welcomes students from all backgrounds, meeting their academic, social, and spiritual needs through a caring community where personal attention is a hallmark. The University strengthens this environment by fostering meaningful relationships with alumni, churches, corporations, foundations, and other partners who share in its mission. Dedicated to responsible stewardship, Chowan carefully manages its physical, financial, and human resources to ensure long-term vitality.
The University’s intercollegiate athletic programs further embody its mission, providing opportunities for student-athletes to excel academically, grow personally, and achieve success both on and off the field.
Vision
Â鶹ÊÓƵ seeks to be a Christian university that stands as a national model of student success within an inclusive community. We advance the calling of our students through teaching, learning, engagement, and service. Defined by the opportunities we create, the lives we transform, and the futures we shape, Chowan embodies a vision of faith-driven excellence and purpose.