Mission in Action
Purpose Statement
The Office of Mission Engagement (OME) collaborates with University departments and other partners to advance Barry's mission, strategic priorities, and important organizational goals through promoting a culture of excellence and offering educational experiences that engage and transform. We believe that Barry's values and core commitments are integral to institutional effectiveness and that the mission is made visible when students, faculty, and staff model and clearly articulate a shared vision. OME coordinates with key groups to offer University-wide initiatives, events, conferences, and programs for students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and external community members that further this mission. Through education and dialogue, opportunities to affirm our Catholic and Dominican identity and Adrian Dominican sponsorship are advanced and supported.
OME supports members of the University and broader community through offering:
- Mission and Leadership Development Opportunities
- New Faculty and Staff Orientation
- Student Mission Presentations
- Founders’ Week
- Sustainability Initiatives
- Barry CARES Programming
- Resources and Services
Initiatives and opportunities that reflect our mission are fostered through the following committees:
- Barry’s Ecological Sustainability Team (BEST)
- Mission Integration Council (MIC)
- Mission Effectiveness Committee (MEC) - Law School Campus
- Quality Improvement Program (QIP)
OME actively partners with the following university departments:
- Office of the President
- Campus Ministry
- Center for Community Service Initiatives
- Center for Student Involvement
- De Porres Center for Ethical Leadership
- Center for Earth Jurisprudence
OME furthers Barry’s mission in the community by collaborating with the following organizations and partnerships:
- Community Learning Partnership (CLP)
- Miami Shores Chamber of Commerce
- Miami Shores Community Alliance
- Informed Families
- Miami Shores Drug Free Coalition
