UTSA's Brand Mission, Vision and Values
Mission
The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property—for Texas, the nation and the world.
Vision
To be a premier public research university, providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment.
As part of UTSA’s 2016 Strategic Plan, A Shared Vision, UTSA is committed to five initiatives:
- Enriching educational experiences to enable student success
- Serving society through creativity, expanded research and innovations
- Promoting access and affordability
- Serving the public through community engagement
- Expanding resources and infrastructure
Core Values
We encourage an environment of dialogue and discovery, where integrity, excellence, inclusiveness, respect, collaboration and innovation are fostered. UTSA’s core values reflect how we have pursued our plan as well as how we will fulfill our mission and realize our vision.
Integrity
Adhering to a standard of core values at UTSA and ensuring that one acts in a fair and ethical fashion
Excellence
Commitment to delivering consistently high-quality service, teaching and research through superior performance
Inclusiveness
Fostering diversity and providing access to educational and socioeconomic opportunities for all, regardless of individual backgrounds and philosophies
Respect
Treating others with civility and openness, recognizing the dignity inherent in each individual
Collaboration
Working with others toward common goals while valuing teamwork, participation and commitment to public service
Innovation
Encouraging ingenuity, creativity and discovery