Human Services Department

Mission Statement

(Spring 2010)

The Human Services Department at Sinte Gleska University (SGU) is committed to fully support the overall SGU Mission Statement.

Therefore, the Human Services Department will provide students and graduates a rigorous academic experience reflective of contemporary education and Sicangu Lakota knowledge and values. Bachelor of Art (BA) graduates will be competent and skilled professional helpers. Graduates will be fully prepared to serve in helping positions or go on to successfully complete graduate studies. BA graduates will also have an appreciation of the Lakota way of life, weaving the Wolakota philosophy into both professional and personal domains, Graduates will also be active critical thinkers and self-starters, and be productive and contributing citizens. Lastly, BA graduates will be personally committed to healthy, responsible lifestyles.