Sarah Sowers

Walsh University Statement of Faith and Understanding

This document, titled 'Statement of Faith and Understanding,' serves as a foundational guide for Walsh University's decision-making, policies, and procedures. It articulates the university's commitment to its Catholic identity, rooted in its founding principles and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. Key areas of focus include fostering the ethical, emotional, intellectual, moral, physical, and spiritual virtues of students, educating leaders in service to others, and upholding core values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community. The document details specific beliefs and practices related to compassion, ethical conduct, hiring, marriage, sanctity of human life, and sexuality, all within a Catholic framework. The overarching vision is to become a leading Catholic university globally recognized for inspiring practices that serve the common good, preparing graduates to be engaged citizens grounded in Judeo-Christian values.

Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.