Students Guide to Queens University of Charlotte: Missions and History

Queens University is a private University affiliated to Presbyterian University of Charlotte. This University of North Carolina Charlotte which was established 150 years back was once a female educational Institution but later formed into Co-ed University. It was initially a seminary for girls and then it merged as college in 1912.

Queens University Official Website

www.queens.edu

The name 'Queens' is taken at the request of Alumnae Association in respect to Presbyterian colleges, in the memory of Queen's museum and to honor Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg. In 1989 the College adopted Liberal Learning Program, an integral part of Liberal Arts in order to help the students develop stronger thinking skills and morality.

Queens University History Info

http://www.queens.edu/queens/queens_history1.asp

In same year it started International Experience Program to encourage students to participate in study tours, foreign internship, abroad study etc. McColl School of Business started in the year 1993 is one of the best business schools in nation. Internship and Career Development Program which started in the year 1996 is the most recognized internship Programs in the country. From 1980, University started its masters degree program.

Queens University Trustees

http://www.queens.edu/queens/about/trustees.asp

In 2002 Queens College turned into Queens University of Charlotte and obtained Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing. By 2006 Queens owned 30 acre Myers Park campus, 65-acre Sports Complex and planned $15 million project to serve senior citizens and physically handicapped.

The University runs with a mission to provide best educational experiences that support and transform student lives into professional success. The vision of the University is to be among the leading, distinguished Universities with commitment to contribute intellectual and cultural enhancement to society.

Queens University Mission

http://www.queens.edu/queens/about/mission_statement1.asp

In order to reach its goal, university is focusing on many issues like factors that foster student success such as creativity, ethical behavior, excellence in teaching, intimate learning environment etc. It values importance of personal integrity and ethical action and it responsibly manages their heritage, resources and reputation.

It values creative and innovative thinkers and actors and treats them as community asset. It values responsibility of serving the society and runs with motto 'Not to be served, but to serve'.

About Charlotte Official Website

www.queens.edu/queens/about_charlotte1.asp