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The Commons T+LC
  1. THE COMMONS
  2. Who We Are
  3. Core Values

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Core Values

The UC San Diego Teaching + Learning Commons staff have identified five core values that guide our work:
 
TRANSFORMATION - We value an optimistic commitment to individual and systemic change done in connection with an intentionally broadening community.  We root this approach in our belief in the capacity to change one’s worldview, challenge assumptions, adapt to new circumstances, and discover creative solutions in service of an equitable and thriving campus learning community. 


BELONGING – In all interactions, services, and spaces, we strive to create an environment where people's identities and experiences fundamentally shape how the Commons evolves, in the hopes of cultivating a sense of belonging for all members of our campus community. We welcome, honor, and affirm all members of our campus community by valuing the whole person.


COLLABORATION - We value intentional collaboration to build meaningful and trusting relationships that achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. We are committed to honoring and respecting individual experiences and diverse perspectives by inviting the expertise and contributions of others. We engage in collaboration driven by defined objectives to serve students, faculty, and staff.


A LEARNER-CENTERED APPROACH – We value the whole person and recognize and appreciate the unique lived experiences, identities, perspectives, and strengths of those we serve. As learners ourselves, we approach our work from a place of support and collaboration to assist learners with building on their existing strengths.


AN ASSET-BASED APPROACH - We value and honor our community's diversity of thoughts, identities, experiences, expertise, and aspirations as strengths. We do this by providing multiple means of engagement and access, knowing that understanding and expanding our community enriches our lives and helps us see more opportunities and success.