Our Vision, Mission & Values

students walking to class at el camino college

Our Vision

El Camino College will spark innovation and create equitable opportunities for our students, employees, and community.

Our Mission

El Camino College is equity-focused and partners with its diverse communities to provide student-centered learning, career development, and lifelong enrichment.

A diverse group of happy college students

Our Values

El Camino College embodies a set of core values that define our community. Our (8) values guide us in fostering an inclusive, empowering, and impactful environment for all.

Integrity

We commit to ethical practices and act with transparency, sincerity, and respect in all situations.

Equity

We celebrate the unique strengths of all individuals and support the marginalized to cultivate a diverse, inclusive, anti-racist environment.

Student-Centered Mindset

We proactively respond to the needs of our students and prioritize their success and well-being.

Community Engagement

We contribute to the social, economic, and cultural development of our neighboring communities.

Social Responsibility

We support our students to become the next generation of responsible leaders who recognize our collective duty to contribute to the well-being of our communities and the world at large.

Collaboration

We work together with respect and open-mindedness to achieve common goals.

Sustainability

We steward the college’s human, financial, and non-financial resources responsibly and pursue innovation and continuous improvement to impact future generations.

Employee Wellness

We support the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of our employees by providing resources and services to meet their professional needs. 

Our Values

El Camino College embodies a set of core values that define our community. Our (8) values guide us in fostering an inclusive, empowering, and impactful environment for all.

Integrity

We commit to ethical practices and act with transparency, sincerity, and respect in all situations.

Equity

We celebrate the unique strengths of all individuals and support the marginalized to cultivate a diverse, inclusive, anti-racist environment.

Student-Centered Mindset

We proactively respond to the needs of our students and prioritize their success and well-being.

Community Engagement

We contribute to the social, economic, and cultural development of our neighboring communities.

Social Responsibility

We support our students to become the next generation of responsible leaders who recognize our collective duty to contribute to the well-being of our communities and the world at large.

Collaboration

We work together with respect and open-mindedness to achieve common goals.

Sustainability

We steward the college’s human, financial, and non-financial resources responsibly and pursue innovation and continuous improvement to impact future generations.

Employee Wellness

We support the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of our employees by providing resources and services to meet their professional needs. 

“El Camino College will be a catalyst for innovation, and equitable opportunities for our students, employees, and community to thrive.”