<h2>School of Education Mission Statement</h2> <p>The School of Education at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville engages and prepares learners by:</p> <blockquote> <p>&bull; creating an inviting, collaborative and rigorous academic atmosphere;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /><br />&bull; integrating theory and practice to inform teaching, scholarship and service;<br /><br />&bull; challenging learners to synthesize knowledge and generate diverse perspectives;<br /><br />&bull; stimulating critical dialogue;</p> <p>&bull; promoting ethical action, social justice, personal responsibility and effective leadership to serve diverse individuals, organizations and communities.<br /><br /><em>effective April 2011</em></p> </blockquote>