Mission Statement

University Mission Statement

The University of Rhode Island is the State’s public learner-centered research university. We are a community joined in a common quest for knowledge. The University is committed to enriching the lives of its students through its land, sea, and urban grant traditions. URI is the only public institution in Rhode Island offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students the distinctive educational opportunities of a major research university. Our undergraduate, graduate, and professional education, research, and outreach serve Rhode Island and beyond. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are united in one common purpose: to learn and lead together. Embracing Rhode Island ’s heritage of independent thought, we value:

• Creativity and Scholarship
• Diversity, Fairness, and Respect
• Engaged Learning and Civic Involvement
• Intellectual and Ethical Leadership

Endorsed by the URI Faculty Senate October 20, 2005; Approved by the President November 1, 2005; Approved by the Board of Governors for Higher Education January 23, 2006

Student Affairs Mission Statement

Our Vision

We will be the unmatched force in creating an inclusive community, passionate about learning, discovery, service, and leadership where every student will say,
"You cared. You helped. I was inspired to succeed."

Our Mission

The URI Division of Student Affairs fosters students' individual and interpersonal development, contributing to their success as learners both in and out of the classroom by:

• Creating a diverse, safe, and supportive community;
• Empowering students to become effective citizens and leaders;
• Celebrating achievements and independence

Our Values

We are Student-Centered, and we value:

• Diversity & Inclusion
• Collaboration
• Ethics
• Excellence
• Learning and Teaching