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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.

What is new at CU

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  • Published:  June 23, 2022

    Ann Floyd: A Generous Friend of CU

    Ann Floyd, 93, is no stranger to Cumberland University or the city of Lebanon. One of her first memories of Cumberland was of her father playing saxophone in a band organized by Graham Baird, brother

  • Published:  June 18, 2022

    MBA Your Way

    Whether you’re a graduate with a desire to learn more, or you’re ready to rise in your current career, earning a Master’s of Business Administration may be the perfect program for you. On average, MBA

  • Published:  June 13, 2022

    Funding Your Nursing Degree

    One of the most popular ways for students to fund their education is by receiving scholarships. Researching scholarships can be a tedious process, which is why we compiled a list of nursing scholarships that CU

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