About Us >> Mission Statement

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences of Mercer University seeks to prepare its professional and post-graduate students to effectively contribute to and improve healthcare through excellence in patient-centered care and research.

Statement of College Goals:

• Provide an education that is effective, innovative and comprehensive. Foster an environment that is caring and responsive toward all constituents.
• Ensure quality of programs through continuous evaluation and improvement.
• Encourage diversity and adhere to the values of the University’s Judeo-Christian heritage while respecting the pluralistic values of our society.
• Provide an environment where students participate in active learning and develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Foster personal and professional growth and a commitment to lifelong learning.
• Support a highly qualified faculty in their pursuit of teaching, scholarly activity, and service in recognition that these activities are integral components of continuing professional growth.
• Conduct basic and applied research emphasizing scientific advancement, educational methods, and improving healthcare outcomes.
• Prepare graduates to assume leadership roles in their communities and profession.
• Provide post-graduate education including graduate programs, residencies, fellowships, and certificate programs.
• Participate with other stakeholders in the development of new and improved practice models.

Vision

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will be recognized nationally for outstanding contribution to health sciences in teaching, service and research

Core Values

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences bases its educational program and position in the health care community upon certain core values. The core values of the School are excellence, integrity, caring, innovation, learning, professionalism, and commitment.