The USF Sarasota-Manatee Values, Vision, Mission and Goals
VALUES
The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee values academic excellence, professionalism, and continuous improvement through integrity, collaboration, diversity, and leadership.
VISION
The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee aspires to be a leader in higher education, delivering accessible academic programs and contributing significant research, while inspiring continuous improvement locally and globally.
MISSION
The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee delivers innovative education and relevant scholarship for the benefit of local, national, and global communities.
GOALS
1. Learner-Centered Environment
Be a diverse, collaborative, and intellectually challenging campus with high quality academic programs and support services for students, faculty, staff, and community. (Aligns with USF Goal II)
2. Technology
Provide and encourage strategic use of electronic learning technology. (Aligns with USF Goal II)
3. Program Growth
Promote expansion of distinctive upper-division baccalaureate, master's, and research initiatives that serve local and global needs. (Aligns with USF Goals I & II)
4. Professional and Continuing Education
Provide advanced professional and continuing education that serves community needs. (Aligns with USF Goal III)
5. Financial Stability
Grow and diversify the resource base. (Aligns with USF Goal IV)
6. Assessment
Expand the system of self-study and continuous improvement. (Aligns with USF Goal II)
7. Accreditation
Work toward institutional autonomy within the USF system with separate regional and professional accreditations. (Aligns with USF Goal I)
