President Gilliam announces 8 core values determined by ‘Living Our Values Initiative,’ community responds

President Gilliam Announces 8 Core Values

Boston University released the findings of its "Living Our Values Initiative" on Oct. 15, unveiling eight university-wide values.

The eight values — integrity, inclusion, community, collaboration, excellence, learning, service and global — were identified through surveys, focus groups and discussions with BU community members.

"identify and practice the core principles and beliefs that unite us all"

BU President Melissa Gilliam launched the initiative last fall. Timothy Longman, a member of the initiative's steering committee, said:

"This was an opportunity for us to stop and reflect on who we are and where we want to go"

Author's summary: Boston University identifies 8 core values.

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The Daily Free Press The Daily Free Press — 2025-10-24

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