Business View Magazine | October 2020

222 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2020 We’re in an area that’s rich in history, just like Chowan is, but at the end of the day, we’re learning from one another, and we recognize that our mission is that we are a mission, and we fulfill that by providing exceptional education and a positive environment, and we bring about positive change in the lives and trajectories of families, forever. And we do that consistently by creating a family-oriented culture for everyone. Chowan graduates are family, and Chowan is a home that is developed by the faculty, staff, and students. These are lifelong, invested relationships that are maintained and that’s truly what is special about our university.” “We know our students by name,” adds Dr. Peterson. “While Chowan is an educational institution, we also intertwine in our mission that we provide resources to ensure our students are successful in and beyond the classroom. We’re very proud that we are Chowan University, and we’re a family that deeply cares about its students. When we thrive, it’s when we really stay true to our mission, our values, and the ethics that are associated with being a Christian institution. And we’re non-judgmental. We accept everyone with open arms, and we give everyone opportunities.” In the crowded marketplace of higher education, what Chowan University has done is distinguish itself by focusing on who the institution serves and what makes it different. Being true to its mission, as a Christian university, remains a recipe for success. PREFERRED VENDOR n RSM US LLP www.rsmus.com