Lake Forest College Community Values
As Foresters, we belong to a community that finds strength in its diverse identities and perspectives, and we take pride in our connectedness. As we strive for excellence, we continue to build an environment where every individual is seen, heard, cared for, and supported. The values and traditions we share as Foresters connect us to one another and to our future. Endorsed by College Council and Board of Trustees – May 2025.
Curiosity
- We are curious about the world.
- We are curious about each other.
- We are curious about the people we may become.
Accountability
- We are accountable to our community, leading to transparency and shared governance.
- We are accountable for the impact of our actions.
- We are accountable for our environment and campus spaces.
Intellectual inquiry
- We pursue intellectual inquiry that champions critical thinking.
- We pursue intellectual inquiry that invites interdisciplinary and co-curricular learning.
- We pursue intellectual inquiry that embraces respectful dialogue.
Engagement
- We engage with purpose, bringing our passion, ideas, and energy to everything we do.
- We engage respectfully with one another’s diverse identities and perspectives.
- We engage in bettering our community by connecting across our campus, local community, and beyond.