The Faculty of Health Sciences bases its statement of philosophy upon that of the University. In doing so, it:
a.Accepts the need for, and promotes a liberal education;
b.Seeks to achieve openness, flexibility, and innovation in its programs and in its relationship with various communities;
c.Promotes the development of life-long learning while fostering a spirit of inquiry and the critical interpretation of ideas;
d.Encourages students to participate in all phases of university life and encourages the highest degree of interaction between student and faculty;
e.Encourages close relationships with the local community as well as the wider provincial, national; and international communities; and
f.Protects the right, for students and faculty, of free expression and communication of ideas, and expects that they will assume responsibility for such action.