Strategic Vision
For 135 years, Lipscomb has prepared learners for lives of purpose.
Lipscomb Rising 2030 is our shared vision for what comes next.
Formation for Every Stage. Purpose for Every Calling. Impact for a Lifetime.
At Lipscomb, education has always been about far more than the pursuit of knowledge. It is about the formation of the whole person — cultivating intellectual curiosity, deepening faith, shaping character and preparing people to use their gifts in service to others. That conviction shapes how we educate and equip learners for meaningful work, faithful leadership and lasting impact.
That work is more important than ever. In a world being reshaped by technology, complexity and rapid change, our communities need people who are intellectually prepared, spiritually grounded and ready to lead with wisdom, integrity, compassion and hope. Lipscomb Rising 2030 embraces that opportunity through a commitment to formation for every stage, supporting learners as they grow intellectually, spiritually, personally and professionally; purpose for every calling, helping them connect their gifts, faith and work in service to others; and impact for a lifetime, preparing them to lead, serve and contribute to the common good wherever they are called.
Grounded in the timeless commitments that have defined Lipscomb since its founding, Lipscomb Rising 2030 builds on the momentum and progress of our Impact 360 strategic plan while setting a bold course for what comes next. This shared vision will guide how we embrace new opportunities, deepen our distinctive mission and prepare generations of learners to meet the needs of a changing world.
Our Vision
Anchored in our Christ-centered mission, Lipscomb University will lead as a top-tier, nationally recognized institution. We will excel in teaching, learning and research; be ambitious in our service to others; and be driven by continuous improvement.
Our Mission
We are a Christ-centered community preparing learners for purposeful lives through rigorous academics and transformative experiences.
Our Core Tenets
We are a community engaged with the life and teachings of Jesus. We are committed to an ongoing search for truth. We provide excellent, whole-person learning experiences to shape lives of character, leadership, service and faith. We equip people to succeed in their vocation and contribute to the common good by living out their faith in action.
Our Values
| Love God Matthew 22:37B–38 | Serve others Galatians 5:13B |
| Respect all Matthew 22:39B | Pursue joy Psalm 68:3 |
| Seek to learn Proverbs 1:5A | Create solutions Jeremiah 33:3 |
| Embrace collaboration Galatians 5:22–23A | Deliver our best Colossians 3:23A |
Our Enduring Commitments
What Lipscomb Will Always Invest In
• Spiritual Formation
• Faculty Excellence
• Staff Excellence
• Academics
• Athletics
• Arts
Five Strategic Imperatives
Where Lipscomb Will Place Additional Focus and Resources
• Equip Students to Flourish
• Advance Academic Excellence,
Innovation & Vocational Impact
• Broaden the Reach of Our Mission
• Build Partnerships
• Demonstrate Faithful Stewardship
Read the Full Plan
Lipscomb Rising 2030 is our shared vision for the next chapter of this remarkable journey. Rooted in our vision, mission and core tenets, the plan builds on the enduring commitments that define who we are and identifies five strategic imperatives that will guide where we focus our energy, resources and investment as we move boldly toward 2030.