To assist students in developing leadership skills, to develop responsibility and accountability among student leaders, and to inform them of University services, policies, and procedures.

To communicate the mission of programs, services and activities of the Office of Student Life to the University, alumni, and the Mt. Pleasant community.

To determine the needs of students and encourage the development of worthwhile programs to meet those needs.

To support programs for educating people about the importance of diversity in the student populations. This includes programs that celebrate cultural, gender, and ethnic uniqueness.

To respond fairly, firmly, and consistently to student misconduct, and to publicize conduct expectations and disciplinary policies, procedures, and sanctions.

To contribute to educational and entertainment programming for a diverse student body and University community through Program Board.

To provide administrative support and develop University awareness of the services provided by the Volunteer and Service-Learning Center.

To foster good will between University students and citizens of the Mt. Pleasant community.

To encourage involvement between faculty and students with regard to the co-curricular experience.

To provide professional development opportunities for the staff.