University Vision Statement

"CMU will be a nationally prominent university known for integrity, academic excellence, research and creative activity, and public service."

-Adopted by the Board of Trustees, March 3, 2005

Mission Statement

At Central Michigan University, we are a community committed to the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, discovery, and creativity. We provide student-centered education and foster personal and intellectual growth to prepare students for productive careers, meaningful lives, and responsible citizenship in a global society.

-Adopted by the Board of Trustees, December 2, 2010

Core Values

To achieve our mission, we adhere to the core values of integrity, respect, compassion, inclusiveness, social responsibility, excellence and innovation.

-Adopted by the Board of Trustees, December 2, 2010

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