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What We Believe

The values and beliefs of Cumberland University have shaped our culture to create a personal and meaningful college experience for our students. We’re committed to providing a transformational liberal arts education while preparing each student to compete in today’s dynamic and demanding workplace.

  • Mission Statement

    The mission of Cumberland University is to provide a contemporary liberal arts education to students seeking a high-quality, personalized college experience, which will empower them not only to have a successful and productive career, but to thrive intellectually, professionally, personally, and spiritually for a lifetime.

  • Vision Statement

    Cumberland University will be a distinguished scholarly community that prepares students to have successful careers, and lead impactful lives.

  • Core Values

    Our university motto “I will arise” brought life to our university symbol, the phoenix.

    Through this motto, our pledge to one another is that we will rise to endure, prosper, and illuminate the world for centuries to come. This idea is the spark that continues to transform our University today. Together, WE ARISE. 

    W – Work as one team.

    E –  Enjoy your work.

    A  –  Assess all that we do.

    R –  Respect and care for others.

    I  –   Improve continuously.

    S –  Stay competitive.

    E –  Enhance the Cumberland experience for all.

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  • Published:  February 7, 2023

    Cumberland University Announces Record Spring Enrollment

    At a time when institutions of higher education are reporting low enrollment, Cumberland University announced its highest enrollment for a spring semester in its 181 year history with 2,319 students.  “I am exceptionally proud of

  • Published:  February 1, 2023

    Cumberland University to Host Second Cynthia Van Buren Lecture Series

    Dr. Maria Esther Hammack will give the inaugural Cynthia Van Buren Lecture at Cumberland University’s Alumni Hall on Monday, February 6, at 7:00 p.m. Dr. Hammack, who received her Ph.D. in history from the University

  • Published:  January 31, 2023

    Cumberland University’s The Art of Life Program Receives $168,000 From The Hays Foundation Board

    Cumberland University announced The Art of Life (TAL) program received grant funding from the Hays Foundation for the fourth year in a row.  Established in 2019, TAL combines visual artistry, creative writing, time in nature

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