ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø

Skip to Main Content

Mission and Vision

Mission

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is an urban, multicampus, public research university serving its students and the diverse population of South Florida. We are committed to high-quality teaching, state-of-the-art research and creative activity, and collaborative engagement with our local and global communities.

Vision

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø will achieve exceptional student-centered learning and upward economic mobility, produce meaningful research and creative activities, and lead transformative innovations locally and globally, resulting in recognition as a Top 30 public university.

Values

  • Truth — in the pursuit, generation, dissemination, and application of knowledge
  • Freedom — of thought and expression
  • Respect — for diversity and the dignity of the individual
  • Responsibility — as stewards of the environment and citizens of the world
  • Excellence — in intellectual, personal, and operational endeavors

Statement of Free Expression

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø endorses the Florida Board of Governors' Statement of Free Expression to support and encourage full and open discourse and the robust exchange of ideas and perspectives on our campuses. In addition to supporting this legal right, we view this as an integral part of our ability to deliver a high-quality academic experience for our students, engage in meaningful and productive research, and provide valuable public service. This includes fostering civil and open dialogue in support of critical thinking in and out of the classroom, including events hosted by the university.

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Honors students doing Paws Up