Mission & Values
Mission
Since 1992 the Searle Center’s mission has been to advance learning.
We are committed to deepening reflective, evidence-informed, and innovative pedagogical practices; bolstering student success and instructor vitality; and stimulating assessment to drive substantive course and curricular change.
Vision
Co-creating a Northwestern where every student and educator experiences
transformative teaching as a catalyst for lifelong learning.
Values
We share a commitment to embodying these three values in all facets of our work as educational developers:
Critical Reflection—engaging in an ongoing and mindful process of analysis to unsettle assumptions and deepen understandings, and fostering knowledge creation and exchange that cultivates humility and inspires continued growth.
Multi-vocal Evidence—honoring multiple voices, sharing different perspectives and contexts, and synthesizing the latest research to illuminate positive ways to shape learning and teaching.
Collaborative Spirit—connecting with our bold strategic purpose to innovate through our collective curiosity and problem solving, centering well-being, embracing hope, and celebrating joyful moments.