Through an engagement with the liberal arts, Transylvania University prepares its studentsfor a humane and fulfilling personal and public life by cultivating independent thinking, open-mindedness, creative expression, and commitment to lifelong learning and social responsibility in a diverse world Did you know that getting involved on campus may boost your GPA? A recent study of Transylvania students showed that there is a strong correlation between academic success and organizational involvement: Students who are more involved have higher GPAs.