Museum Studies | Mission, Vision and Core Values

Mission

The Museum Studies Program at Southern University at New Orleans prepares students to become ethical, knowledgeable, and community-centered museum professionals who preserve, interpret, and activate cultural heritage especially the histories and experiences of the African Diaspora.

Vision

To be a leading national model for culturally responsive, community-engaged museum education, empowering graduates to advance equity, innovation, and global collaboration across the museum sector.

Core Values

• Cultural Stewardship — Preserving diverse histories, with emphasis on the African Diaspora.
• Academic Excellence — Commitment to rigorous scholarship and professional standards.
• Equity & Inclusion — Advancing justice and representation in all museum practices.
• Community Engagement — Building meaningful partnerships with local and global communities.
• Innovation — Encouraging creativity, digital fluency, and forward-thinking approaches.
• Professional Integrity — Upholding ethical practices across the museum field.