A Notre Dame graduate is a life-long learner who:
- is college prepared
- can access, integrate and apply knowledge across the curricular areas
- can use a variety of resources – civic, cultural, technological, creative – to learn about her world
- is able to wrestle with complex ideas and arguments
- approaches her education with passion
- respects diverse viewpoints and moves beyond assumptions
- makes connections and applies concepts beyond the curriculum to make informed choices
- uses technology comfortably, understanding its power, its limitations, and its mandate for ethics
A Notre Dame graduate is a spiritual seeker who:
- recognizes and respects the Catholic perspective according to the charism of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur
- respects diverse religious perspectives
- honors the dignity of the individual, embracing faith, gender and community affiliations
- engages in prayer and personal reflection
- develops healthy relationships with self and others
- embraces environmental stewardship
A Notre Dame graduate is a justice advocate who:
- seeks justice in local and global communities
- recognizes and articulates social justice issues as reflected in Catholic Social Teachings
- participates in direct service and stands in solidarity with others
- acknowledges the inherent power and gift of diverse perspectives
A Notre Dame graduate is a community leader who:
- makes choices grounded in knowledge, spirituality and justice
- discerns her passions and talents and develops skills for her life’s work
- recognizes the legacy and contribution of women and connects to the tradition of Notre Dame
- develops a positive sense of self, a dignity for self and a reasonable expectation of self
- finds her unique voice and supports the voice of others throughout her journey of creative expression