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Southern Oregon University Catalog
2026-2027
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Mission

Southern Oregon University is a regionally engaged learning community committed to being the educational provider of choice for learners throughout their lives. 
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Vision

Southern Oregon University will become an inclusive, sustainable university for the future that guides all learners to develop the knowledge, capacities, and audacity to innovate boldly and create lives of purpose.
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SOU Values

The well-being and success of all learners 
Critical thinking, discovery, and engaged learning  
Creativity and collaboration 
Excellence, continuous improvement, and accountability 
A healthy, safe, and civil campus 
Economic vitality and environmental sustainability 
Improving our community, region, and world
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