Values & Vision

For Our Students

The faculty would like to instill in our graduate students a sense of professionalism, which includes the ethical behavior inherent in their professional role, as well as respect for their colleagues, their field, and for society as a whole. We want our students to be critical, independent thinkers and good citizens. They should be motivated to apply their scholastic efforts to enlighten and improve the well being of society.

For The University

The Graduate School contributes to the academic reputation of the university fulfilling its mission to educate the next generation of scholars and scientists, and to provide mentors and role models for our undergraduate students. A strong graduate program contributes support for faculty research, and is a critical factor for the recruitment and retention of faculty. The Graduate School is a key link for collaboration between various departments and schools across campuses.