Core Values

Alvin Community College has adopted the following Core Value statements in addition to the Mission and Vision statements. 

  

ASPIRE:

A – Achievement
Commitment to student success and academic excellence.

S – Stewardship
Responsible use of resources and trust in service to our mission.

P – Partnership
Collaboration that strengthens learning, service, and institutional progress.

I – Innovation
Embracing change and continuous improvement in education and services.

R – Respect
Professionalism, courtesy, and integrity in every interaction.

E – Empathy
Understanding and responsiveness in support of every student, colleague and community.

At Alvin Community College, we ASPIRE to deliver excellence in higher education by combining quality with outstanding service. These six values shape how we teach, serve, and support.

We foster achievement by prioritizing student outcomes and academic excellence. Through strong stewardship, we manage resources and relationships with care and accountability. We build strong partnerships across departments and with the community to advance shared goals. Our culture of innovation allows us to adapt and improve in response to evolving needs. We treat all individuals with respect, ensuring that every interaction reflects professionalism and integrity. And we lead with empathy, delivering education and service with understanding and care.

These values guide us daily—as educators, as service providers, and as a college committed to empowering every learner we serve.