Dr. Emily W. Messer
Dr. Emily W. Messer has an extensive background in higher education, from helping colleges break historic enrollment numbers and securing funding for new programming and expansions of colleges, to putting a focus on the importance of student life. She has goals to continue making the university a higher education leader in the community.
Core Values
Connection
Establishing respectful relationships by inviting, including, and valuing all voices
- Build trust through credibility
- Cultivate community by appreciating the unique strengths of all
- Communicate openly, honestly, and consistently
- Empower collaboration and belonging
- Embrace authenticity
Commitment
Pursuing excellence in student development and education through continuous improvement
- Persist through challenges
- Demonstrate dependability
- Model integrity-driven behaviors
- Celebrate successes and contributions
- Drive proactive progress with accountability and optimism
Compassion
Exemplifying a servant heart
- Give time, talent, and resources for the benefit of the greater good
- Cultivate a culture of caring and mutual respect
- Advocate for others
- Practice acts of kindness
- Assume good intentions and engage without judgment
Courage
Seeking the extraordinary through adaptability, foresight and tenacity
- Take calculated risks that align with our goals
- Make bold, confident decisions
- Create meaningful and positive change
- Foster an environment that encourages innovation
- Demonstrate resilience and agility in the face of adversity