Our Values

Jesuit colleges and universities began with St. Ignatius Loyola (1491-1556) and his revolutionary idea about education: value the personal experiences of every student and believe in their potential for reflection and critical thinking. That’s why Le Moyne College has long welcomed immigrants, first generation students, students of color, other faith traditions, and anyone who faced discrimination or bias at other institutions. Our campuses honor every life story and foster respectful dialogue. It’s always a work in progress, and we are certain about our ultimate goal: building a community where everyone can thrive and belong.

We’ll challenge you to grow as an ethical thinker, writer, and speaker—the key skills that employers look for and that society urgently needs. You’ll be encouraged to connect the dots between ideas—there’s always time in our classrooms for one more “What if?” The well-being of people and the planet are themes that inform all our majors, whether you’re studying the arts, business, law, or the fields in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). At Le Moyne College, you’ll be able to apply and grow your knowledge in research projects, internships and other real-world experiences. You can be confident that everything you’re learning and doing at Le Moyne is relevant and meaningful in the world.

There are more than two million graduates of Jesuit colleges and universities in the world. That’s a big global community united by something important: a passion for seeking wisdom and advocating for justice. Graduates of Le Moyne College will tell you their education is the reason they stand out as effective problem-solvers and leaders. They pay it forward, too, as enthusiastic mentors. Our alumni are ready to share their experiences and their connections. They’ll help launch you on a lifetime of being more and doing more for the world.

We’ll encourage you to think deeply about who you want to be and the contribution you can make to the world. In fact, we have a name for this type of thinking: “discernment.” Le Moyne College will meet you where you are and in whatever ways you need: We don’t separate the development of your mind from your development as a unique, whole, complex person. We want you to graduate equipped to make an impact for the greater good—with the courage to ask tough questions and a clear sense of what it means to live a life of purpose and consequence.

Giving back to others isn’t something a few students do—it’s a responsibility we have to each other and to all the people around us. We’re anchored in the communities and regions where we live, and you can work with local organizations and leaders to create real, lasting opportunity for all our neighbors. We know the distrust, distraction, and division in the world can sometimes feel overwhelming. We offer a place to learn that is unapologetically optimistic. If you share our belief that it is possible for our world to move forward for the better, we’ll show you how to turn your hope into action.

Le Moyne is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on the education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.