Vision

A world that embraces the healing power of nature.

Mission Statement

Sonoran University of Health Sciences shapes a healthier future by supporting students as they train to excel as healthcare professionals, by enhancing the health and wellbeing of our patients and communities, and by discovering effective treatments for humanity grounded in the healing power of nature.

Value Proposition

Challenge your mind and engage your heart to change lives through healthcare at a school of medicine and health sciences renowned for its dynamic culture of innovation and collaboration.

Core Values

Sonoran University embraces the following values:

We Shape the Future

• With Purpose: Educating the next generation of evidence-based healers and leaders
• Through Collaborations: Embracing interprofessional relationships
• By Expanding Knowledge: Conducting research that improves health and well-being
• Through Evidence-based Principles: While honoring the past

We Achieve Excellence

• By Pursuing Greatness: Setting the bar high—and exceeding it
• Through Continuous Improvement: Enhancing the Sonoran University experience through innovation and persistence
• By Celebrating Accomplishments: Appreciating achievements with humility and gratitude

We Love

• By Practicing Inclusivity: Embracing diversity with kindness, respect, and understanding
• Through Self-Awareness: Recognizing our inherent biases to expand our capacity to serve
• By Projecting Positivity: Providing hope and encouragement
• Through Compassion: Serving individuals, communities, and humanity

We Do the Right Thing

• By Being Principle-driven: Guiding our actions through honesty and integrity
• Through Honoring Commitments: Saying what we do and doing what we say
• By Accepting Responsibility: Holding ourselves and others accountable
• By Following the Golden Rule: Treating others as we want to be treated

We Are Resilient

• By Never Giving Up: Finding solutions through tenacity and teamwork
• Through Appreciative Inquiry: Identifying our best practices to overcome challenges
• Through Wellness: Promoting physical, mental, and emotional health
• With Mindfulness: Finding calm in the face of adversity

Strategic Plan to 2029

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North Star

Global enrollment exceeding 1,000 degree-seeking students by 2035

Strategic Priorities

1. Broaden Sonoran University’s Educational Footprint: We are committed to expanding academic offerings
2. Deliver Exceptional Student Learning and Experience: We help students prepare to thrive as whole-person focused professionals
3. Strengthen the Future of Integrative Health Professions: We strengthen the credibility and impact of integrative healthcare