Social Impact

Rooted in Service, Empowering Communities

At Monarch, our mission is deeply rooted in serving God by serving students, empowering them to make a difference in the world around them. Monarch graduates become leaders who enhance their workplaces and communities, addressing real-world issues and creating lasting change.

Faculty at Monarch are dedicated to researching urgent societal challenges, working directly with community members to propose solutions. Students build authentic relationships through collaborative learning, contributing to sustainable impact in local and global communities.

Learning through Service

Each year, Monarch students, faculty, and staff dedicate countless hours to volunteering in communities, partnering with residents, organizations, and businesses to address issues in health, education, economic development, and more. Whether through hands-on experience or community-based projects, every academic program at Monarch offers opportunities to engage with and serve others.

Accessible Education, Impactful Service

Our commitment to creating positive social impact is reflected in our focus on accessibility. Monarch strives to make education available to a diverse range of students, including those from underrepresented backgrounds and first-generation college students. By providing the resources and support needed to succeed, we ensure that every student can make the most of their Monarch education and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

At Monarch, we are committed to fostering positive change through collaboration and service. A variety of groups on campus provide students with opportunities to get involved and make a meaningful impact, both locally and globally.

The Center for Excellence in Diversity and Student Inclusion offers programs and initiatives that empower students to actively engage in promoting inclusive environments on campus, ensuring every student feels valued and supported.

Spiritan Campus Ministry invites individuals of all faiths to come together for worship, volunteer opportunities, and other activities that deepen their spiritual journeys and enhance their Monarch experience.

The Center for Community Engaged Teaching and Research connects students and faculty with regional and global communities, facilitating collaborative research and service projects that address pressing issues and foster long-term positive change.

The Monarch Women's Guild is dedicated to bringing together volunteers to support initiatives that benefit the university and its surrounding community, creating a lasting impact through collective action and service.