Whole Human Council

Empowering Every Student’s Success

At National University, we know that no two students have the same path to success. Today’s learners are balancing multiple responsibilities—they are parents, employees, caregivers, military service members, and more. We call them ANDers—students who are learners and professionals, and caregivers, and community leaders.NU has always been dedicated to expanding access to education and ensuring that students from all backgrounds have the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. Our Whole Human Education™ approach is built on the belief that every student should be seen, supported, and empowered to achieve their academic and career goals.

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What is the Whole Human Council?

The Whole Human Council plays a key role in ensuring that NU remains a place where students—regardless of their starting point—can thrive. Using the ACE (advise, consult/co-create, and educate) model, the Council works with partners across the university to help shape programs, policies, and student services that create a supportive, inclusive, and opportunity-rich learning environment. 

Creating a Learning Environment Where Every Student Belongs

At NU, we believe that education should reflect the evolving needs of the students we serve today. That’s why we are dedicated to removing barriers and creating opportunities that help each student reach their fullest potential.

We recognize that every learner’s journey is unique, and we remain committed to providing the flexibility, resources, and encouragement that support student success at every stage of life. Whether a student is pursuing their first degree, reskilling for a new career, or balancing education with work and family, NU stands ready to help them succeed—on their own terms.

Our Commitment to Student Success and Opportunity

Through our Whole Human approach, we provide comprehensive support that meets students where they are and helps them get where they want to go.

The Whole Human Council focuses on:

  • Expanding access and success by revising or removing embedded institutional policies, procedures, and norms that create barriers to access and success for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Promoting Whole Human Excellence in teaching and learning across the curriculum and co-curricular programming.
  • Advancing inclusion, engagement, and well-being for each community member.
  • Collaborating with leaders to build infrastructure for Whole Human Education, engagement, and well-being throughout the university.
  • Building relationships with constituents to understand perceptions of university culture to understand strengths and challenges.
  • Contributing to the positive transformation of society for the benefit of all.

To learn more about Whole Human Education and how NU is supporting today’s learners, visit LINK

Contact Us

For more information about the Whole Human Council, please get in touch with us at [email protected]