For more than a century, Rust has instilled the qualities of Reason, Usefulness, Stability, and Truth in its students. A liberal arts institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church, Rust College was created to help people achieve their highest potential. To this end, Rust is committed not only to the academic excellence of its students, but to their character and virtue as well.
Classes emphasize personal growth, responsibility, and integrity.
Additionally, all students are required to take one religion and philosophy course prior to their graduation. Encourages spiritual growth and moral values Along with activities, course offerings across all disciplines are marked by purposeful infusion of moral and ethical concerns and issues. Specific opportunities for spiritual growth and participation include the daily noon and Wednesday night prayer services, Sunday school, a mandatory assembly program that features spiritual leaders from the campus and community, an annual Religious Emphasis Week, religious meetings and discussions, and student religious organizations. Spiritual counseling with the college chaplain and counseling staff are also available for student support and guidance. These values and expectations are articulated in the Student Handbookand other publications.