Mission
Through its Schools – Engineering and Architecture, Business, Computer Science and Information Technology, Social Work, Art and Design, and Music – the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts provides sound subject-specific education and research in Central Switzerland. It prepares its students for a professional career in their chosen field and facilitates their acquisition of the skills needed for innovative, creative and entrepreneurial thinking and action. With its strong, practically based approach and interdisciplinary excellence, the University produces experts who are capable of mastering the challenges of the 21st century.
Vision
The high quality and scholarly depth of our teaching and research make our University an attractive choice and are enabling it to expand. The strength of our specialisations and our interdisciplinary topic clusters are recognised in Central Switzerland and beyond, both nationally and internationally. We adopt a lateral and interconnected approach to thought and action. This is reflected in the University's extensive range of practically oriented degree and continuing education programmes and in its research and development activities. We support a culture of commitment, openness and transparency amongst our staff and students, and towards our partners.
Values
- The staff of the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts are united in their passion for education, for research and for culture.
- The University expects its staff and students to demonstrate curiosity, autonomy and a willingness to develop and to perform. It strengthens their existing skills and supports reflection in thought and action.
- Personal responsibility, reliability and transparency form the basis for trust, respect and mutual regard.
- The University uses the skills sets of its specialisations and its tradition of accessibility and straightforwardness to deliver integrated and interdisciplinary solutions.
- The University is committed to sustainable development. Its activities are characterised by innovation, scholarly and artistic quality, and a high level of practical applicability.
Motto
Educates – researches – inspires
Code of Conduct
Our university is a place of learning and research that places its people at the heart of all its activities. As a university of proximity, we promote a culture of mutual trust and respect. The following key statements about our values and coexistence at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU) illustrate what unites us and show the diversity of perspective that makes our culture and the quality of our university.
Our university as a place of work and study
The HSLU unites people across its four areas of mandated activity: education, continuing education, research, and services. Students and employees in all roles and positions convene to learn and work together. They are united in their passion for education, science and culture.
University of proximity: curiosity, independence and quality standards
The HSLU expects its students, participants in continuing education programmes and employees to show curiosity, independence, and the willingness to grow and perform. As a university of proximity, we use our tradition of short and direct paths and connections to foster an interconnected and sustainable teaching and learning practice. Our activities are characterised by innovation, academic and artistic quality, and practical relevance.
A culture of respectful cooperation
The HSLU promotes a learning and work environment informed by respect and ethical standards. Being mindful of each other is at the heart of our actions. We foster a teaching and learning culture based on commitment and transparency, but also on dialogue and the ability to (self-)reflect and deal with conflict. Different perspectives can exist in this culture: it enables open and factual conversations, even about controversial positions. We are tolerant, accept differences of opinion and make our arguments without resorting to ideology and partisanship. We trust each other and use the resources at our disposal mindfully.
Expected conduct
At the HSLU, we expect our students, participants in continuing education programmes and employees to behave properly. Threats and violence, stalking, exploitation, bullying, discrimination, violations of privacy, slander or sexual harassment will not be tolerated. We encourage those experiencing inappropriate behaviour to object and seek advice from one of the dedicated contact points and specialist units. Exchanges with these units are confidential and take place in a private one-on-one setting.
Legal framework
Inappropriate conduct will not be accepted at the HSLU. The legal and disciplinary consequences as well as the dedicated processes and responsibilities are enshrined in the Regulations governing the safeguarding of personal integrity. The HSLU reserves the right to appoint expert counsel. People who are subject to inappropriate behaviour can always take civil action.
