Washington & Jefferson College is a distinguished liberal arts college preparing students for professional readiness and responsible citizenship. #FoundedHere At Washington & Jefferson College, your future is #FoundedHere. The mission of Washington & Jefferson College is to graduate men and women of integrity, competence and maturity who are effective lifelong learners and responsible citizens, and who are prepared to contribute substantially to the world in which they live. To this end, the College promotes the development of skills, knowledge, personal qualities, and a worldview that characterize a well-educated person.