| |  | | ENSURING A SUPERIOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. Our commitment to excellence – as reflected in our mission statement – is central to the programs, opportunities and quality of education our students enjoy. The first Catholic university founded to be led and staffed by laypeople, SHU is a leader among Catholic institutions and a recognized pioneer in higher learning. We believe in making groundbreaking choices and achieving impressive results. For instance, our Mobile Computing Program was one of the first of its kind internationally – and continues to offer innovative enhancements. Our dedication to both active and engaged learning and community involvement compels engrossing, customized academic programs that build student confidence, excitement and success. And our diverse, open-minded community offers faculty the freedom and encouragement to excel. | |