University of Michigan - Flint

University of Michigan Flint - Dean's Office

Mission Statement

An educated citizenry is the foundation of a democratic society. The College of Arts and Sciences stands at the heart of a University of Michigan-Flint education, offering general education and degree programs in the liberal and fine arts, the natural and social sciences, and selected applied fields. Graduate degree programs are designed to meet the needs of the population in our urban and regional service area. The work of the college requires an empowered faculty dedicated to the education of students and the advancement of knowledge, students who actively seek to learn, and a supportive community.

The mission for the College of Arts and Sciences is to create and sustain a community of lifelong learners in an environment that emphasizes literacy, critical thinking, and humanistic and scientific inquiry.

The College will:

Foster excellence in teaching and learning
Engage students in learning partnerships with faculty
Develop mastery of disciplines and confidence in their application for a future of meaningful and productive work
Support students and faculty in traditional and applied research and creative endeavors
Engage faculty and students in professionally related service to the university and society
Promote and defend academic freedom, diversity, equality and justice

The University of Michigan-Flint 2005-2007 Catalog, page 79.

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