Values Day
Values Day is a day each Fall semester for the University community to reflect and act upon our shared values. To allow the entire Stetson University community to attend, the university cancels classes and closes offices. The entire community is not only expected to participate in Values Day - every member is encouraged to help lead the many workshops, programs, and activities that take place throughout the day. More information about the schedule can be found below.
Sample Schedule
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. | Opening Ceremony | CUB, Stetson Room |
| 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. |
Workshop Block #1 |
Various |
| 12:00 - 2 p.m. | Global Citizenship Fair | Palm Court |
| 12:00 - 2 p.m. | Community Lunch | Lynn Dining Commons |
| 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. | 2024 Values Day Findings: What Do Our Values Say about Us? | CUB, Stetson Room |
| 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. | The Values Lab: From Reflection to Action | CUB, Stetson Room |
| 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. | Workshop Block #2 |
Various |
| 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
Values through Film Documentaries and Movie Screenings |
Cross-Cultural Center (109) |
Learn More About Values Day
Values Day is an annual tradition established by Stetson University's eighth president, H. Douglas Lee, and is dedicated to examining our university's core values: intellectual exploration, inclusive community, human dignity and personal growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students can obtain up to six (6) Cultural Credits through participation in Values Day programs. The following programs have each been approved for Cultural Credit:
- Opening Ceremony
- Workshop Block #1
- Global Citizenship Fair
- Interactive Dialogue
- Workshop Block #2
- Values Through Film
To receive Cultural Credit, students must complete the Cultural Credit request form available via QR code and link in each session. You MUST be present to receive the request form.
To allow the entire Stetson University community to attend, the university cancels classes and closes offices, with the exception of evening graduate classes.
Join us for an in-person dialogue! We’d love to know you’re coming — please RSVP online using this form. RSVP is encouraged but not required to attend.
Values Day's success comes from the many workshop proposals submitted by our students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders. Workshops or film proposals for Values Day 2025 are currently closed.