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Rebecca Peters, Criminal Justice

Alumni Testimonial

While working and attending school full-time, I was able to achieve the amazing honor of being named Eastern Maine Community College’s Student of the Year for 2022. I would not have been able to achieve any of this without the amazing support that I received from my advisor, instructors, and fellow classmates in the Criminal Justice Program.

EMCC is a school for anyone with goals and the drive to achieve them. The staff and culture are focused on an individualized student experience that can guarantee the success of those willing to work for it. I was able to work full-time, attend school with a full schedule, and still be present for my family life while earning my degree. My life looks very different today than it did during that first week of my very first semester, and I owe much of that to my experience in the Criminal Justice Program!

Mission Statement

Eastern Maine Community College’s mission is to serve as a dynamic educational institution that empowers students to meet their personal and professional goals, and to collaborate with our business and community partners to support their growth and success.

Values & Guiding Principles

Value: Educational Excellence

Principle: We develop and deliver high quality educational experiences that are relevant and responsive

Principle: We offer educational pathways that provide value to our learners, industry partners and communities

Principle: We foster lifelong learning

Value: Respect for All

Principle: We provide opportunities that are equitable

Principle: We encourage diverse perspectives

Principle: We treat others with empathy

Value: Honesty & Integrity

Principle: We act with altruism, transparency, and compassion

Principle: We strive for fiscal responsibility and environmental sustainability in all aspects of our operations

Value: Collaboration

Principle: We work collaboratively with our community partners to create opportunities for current and future generations

Principle: We work collaboratively with other institutions of higher education to create meaningful transfer pathways

Principle: We work collaboratively with our industry partners to continually adapt our programs to meet the needs of a changing economy

November 16, 2022

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

Diversity, equity, and inclusion guide how EMCC empowers learners to fulfill their personal and professional goals. Learning and discovery result from a diverse and inclusive community of individuals who have the freedom to be their authentic selves. At EMCC, the individuality of our learners, employees, and community partners is respected, encouraged, supported, and celebrated.

EMCC is dedicated to providing just and fair access to all learners, employees, and community partners, regardless of race, age, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, migratory or immigration status, generational status, disability/abilities, political affiliation, veteran status, and socioeconomic background. Differences in backgrounds, ideas, thoughts, values, and beliefs are welcome and encouraged in our learning community.