Mission
Carthage claims a long-standing commitment to educating the whole person by nourishing the intellectual, spiritual, emotional, social, and physical dimensions of students' lives. The College's stated mission is to offer:
- a curriculum that challenges students to think critically and express themselves effectively
- a campus life that encourages involvement and service
- a community of faith that nurtures spiritual growth and develops moral responsibility
- co-curricular activities that inspire students to test their own limits and express their individuality.
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