Mission
Our Mission
The mission of Fort Hays Tech | Northwest, as an institution of higher learning, is to prepare individuals for gainful employment in technical and professional careers, productive personal lives, and lifelong learning.
Our Mission Purpose
Fort Hays Tech | Northwest will fulfill its mission by:
- Offering associate of applied science degrees and technical certificates upon completion of technical programs designed to meet student and employment needs.
- Providing educational opportunities that enhance technical experience, problem solving, financial literacy, communication and human relations skills.
- Providing relevant learning experiences supported by qualified and experienced faculty and staff, modern technology, and physical facilities designed to enhance the learning environment.
- Ensuring technical programs, curriculum, and teaching methodologies are continually updated through interaction with business and industry, advisory councils, specialized accreditation, certification agencies and through the assessment process.
- Promoting diverse opportunities for leadership and personal growth through student organizations.
- Maintaining a program of guidance to enhance the student’s decision-making abilities in both career and personal goals.
- The college will develop articulation agreements with other colleges and universities to provide seamless transfer of credits.
Our Vision
The vision of Fort Hays Tech | Northwest as a forward thinking, premier leader in career and technical education is to maximize learning through progressive technology and facilities, collaborations, and professional experiences that foster lifelong learning in a diverse global society.
Our Values
Fort Hays Tech | Northwest affirms the following values and beliefs as we pursue our vision and achieve our mission.
- Commitment to Learning
- Commitment to Quality
- Commitment to Integrity
- Commitment to Service
- Commitment to Diversity
Strategic Plan Pillars
- Pillar 1: Enrollment Growth and Sustainability
- Pillar 2: Quality and Accessible Academics
- Pillar 3: Improving Student Success
- Pillar 4: Engage with the Community
- Pillar 5: Maintain Fiscal Health
- Pillar 6: Improve Facilities & Network
- Pillar 7: Developing Employees
- Pillar 8: Strengthen External Partnerships