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ABOUT THE COLLEGE

OUR MISSION

Ensign College is an institution of higher education founded and sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The school’s mission is to develop capable and trusted disciples of Jesus Christ.

As an institution, we seek and follow the counsel and guidance of inspired leaders in harmony with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its purposes, and in fulfilling our stated mission.

As Ensign College students learn by faith, they prepare to assume responsible positions in the workplace as well-qualified professionals.


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Fulfilling Our Mission

Watch this collection of foundational statements from Church leaders about Ensign College's purpose and mission.

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ENSIGN COLLEGE AND CES


Owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Ensign College is a unit of the Church Educational System, which also includes Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah; Brigham Young University – Hawaii in Laie, Hawaii; Brigham Young University – Idaho in Rexburg, Idaho; elementary and secondary schools; and institutes of religion and seminaries around the world.
College-Wide Capabilities
COLLEGE-WIDE CAPABILITIES
To align with the mission of Ensign College to develop capable and trusted disciples of Jesus Christ, the college is focused on helping students/learners demonstrate the following key capabilities:

  • TEAMWORK AND LEADERSHIP: Create and sustain a culture of trust, vision, and continuous improvement that adds value to an organization.
  • COMMUNICATION: Share information in diverse audiences, modes, and environments for the purpose of mutual understanding and edification.
  • TECHNICAL SKILLS: Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish specific tasks through proper systems, processes, and tools.
  • PROBLEM-SOLVING: Analyze complex problems and generate creative solutions supported by informed evidence.
  • PROFESSIONALISM: Exhibit behaviors reflecting a moral foundation of strong ethics and accountability.
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Strategic Priorities & Objectives

Mission: Develop Trusted and Capable Disciples of Jesus Christ

EXPAND THE REACH

ENHANCE CAPABILITIES AS THE APPLIED CURRICULUM PROVIDER

ENABLE SPIRITUAL AND PROFESSIONAL PREPAREDNESS

As a committed partner to the BYU-Pathway Worldwide relationship, we will assist in serving & retaining more students worldwide

Improve the impact of the Learning Signature on students through the delivery of the applied curriculum

Integrate the application of spiritual principles more widely and deeply across all programs and courses

Obtain a sustainable campus enrollment & retention with a focus on underrepresented Wasatch front populations

Increase institutional effectiveness in the design and expertise of applied learning and teaching

Integrate career preparation, certifications, and internships that lead to in-demand market skills and quality employment into all programs

Innovation: Innovate new models & approaches in applied, skills-based education to better meet the needs of adult learners and a worldwide audience

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PRESIDENT'S EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

 
President
Ph.D., Instructional Design,
Idaho State University
M.B.A., DeVry University
801-524-8113
Vice President of Student and College Services
Ph.D., Adult Education, University of Idaho
M.Ed., Curriculum & Instruction, Idaho State University
Masters of Strategic Studies, U.S. Army War College
801-524-1928
Vice President of Academics
M.B.A., Brigham Young University
801-524-1986
Online Vice President
Masters of Science, Instructional Technology, Utah State University
Undergraduate, Ricks College & Brigham Young University
801-524-8179
Assistant to the President for Strategy, Planning, and Assessment
M.B.A., University of Utah - David Eccles School of Business
BA, University of Utah
801-524-1991
Chief Information Officer at Ensign College
M.B.A., Baker College
BS, Brigham Young University
801-362-6831
Director of Financial Services & Controller at Ensign College
M.P.A., Weber State University
BS, University of Utah
Certified Public Accountant; Certified Internal Auditor
801-524-8109

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