Our University

Vision, Mission and Values

The Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System adopted the following vision, mission and values statements on April 5, 2005.

A. The Vision that inspires us:

The Colorado State University System will be the premier system of public higher education in the nation.

B. The Mission that guides our decisions:

System Mission: The Colorado State University System is committed to excellence, setting the standard for public higher education in teaching, research, and service for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

CSU Mission: Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

C. The Values that support our operating practices:

Be ACCOUNTABLE
Promote CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
Employ a CUSTOMER FOCUS
Promote FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION
Demonstrate INCLUSIVENESS and DIVERSITY
Encourage and reward INNOVATION
Act with INTEGRITY and MUTUAL RESPECT
Provide OPPORTUNITY and ACCESS
Support excellence in TEACHING and RESEARCH