Sidney Kimmel at Thomas Jefferson University Secondary Application Prompts

Values

• ur word is our bond (Integrity).
• We respect each other and all with whom we come into contact (Respect).
• We contribute to society’s intellectual, cultural, and spiritual well-being to the highest possible extent (Social Responsibility).
• We recognize that diversity and excellence go hand-in-hand, enhancing our education and patient care and welcome our ability to interact with other people (Diversity).
• We care about and attempt to ameliorate the suffering and pain of illness; we care about and attempt to ameliorate the trials and tribulations of the Jefferson family (Compassion).
• We are committed to excellence and the life-long pursuit of new knowledge and personal and professional growth (Excellence).
• We aspire to do the right thing, for the right reason, even if it involves pain or sacrifice (Altruism).
• We are committed to each other and to those we serve. We work together to achieve our mission and goals (Collaboration).
• We are committed to the prudent use of the resources made available to us by the hard work of the faculty, the tuition of our learners, the support of the public, and the philanthropic giving that sustains us and helps us grow (Stewardship).