Claflin is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and creative expression. We are guided by a SET of principles that help us work toward our goal of equipping students with the necessary tools for personal and professional growth. We are committed to offering quality undergraduate programs, innovative graduate programs, and viable continuing education opportunities. By design, we have emerged as a national leader in comprehensive education and continue to engage in a strategic plan which outlines an enhanced vision of academic excellence with greater emphasis on research, scholarly contributions and creative activity.