Mission
Citrus College provides quality educational experiences that support our students in
achieving their academic, professional, and personal goals, empowering them to make positive impacts on their communities and beyond. Citrus College faculty and staff take pride in being student-centered and in cultivating a safe, caring, compassionate, and inclusive lifelong learning environment. Our college community welcomes students from all backgrounds and ensures that they have the opportunity to achieve upward social and economic mobility.
Vision
Citrus College is committed to providing each student with a dynamic and equitable community college experience. We recognize and honor our students' unique needs and goals, and we are dedicated to helping them become the best version of themselves.
Values
- Student-Centeredness: We focus on student needs and the student experience. Our students are at the center of everything we do.
- Equity and Inclusion: We provide equitable and inclusive teaching and learning opportunities, support services, and resources that promote quality educational experiences and social justice.
- Compassion and Collegiality: We serve and support the members of our college community with empathy and kindness, and we provide a learning and working environment that fosters a strong sense of belonging and connection.
- Innovation: We develop and implement industry-leading practices that enhance learning, support, and college operations.
- Academic and Professional Success: We equip students with the skills and knowledge to meet their educational goals and prepare them to be competitive for rewarding career opportunities in an ever-evolving job market.
- Transparency and Stewardship: We are committed to serving with authenticity, ethics, and integrity.
- Serving our Community: We are a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution reflective of our communities, and we proudly welcome and serve students from all backgrounds.
Approved by the Citrus Community College District Board of Trustees on July 15, 2025
