Revise-Proposed New Mission Statement:

Mission Statement

The University of North Florida is a comprehensive public urban university whose mission is to educate students through a broad array of undergraduate and select graduate programs. The University of North Florida is dedicated to excellent teaching and scholarly activity, excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service; and the engagement of students in a personal, supportive, and challenging learning environment. In fulfilling its mission, the University seeks to contribute to the betterment of society.

Abridged Current Statement:

STATEMENT OF MISSION

The mission of the University of North Florida is to provide an intellectually stimulating and caring environment which:
* Enables students to achieve their highest potential through learning that emphasizes liberal arts, professional and interdisciplinary education in the context of individual and societal responsibility;
* Maximizes the personal and professional growth of teacher/scholars by supporting teaching, scholarship and creative endeavors that include the discovery, integration and application of knowledge;
* Establishes significant partnerships with external communities by responding to the evolving challenges of an interconnected and more informed global society; and
* Provides high quality support services that offer a campus environment focused on the needs of the University's clients.