Goals of the Graduate School

1. To maintain high standards of instruction in graduate education, continuing education, and in the curricula and fields of specialization through which degree programs are offered;
2. To foster the continuation of faculty and student involvement in research which advances knowledge Ianthe areas concerned;
3. To continue expanding its role as a public servant and leader of the citizens of the State by disseminating knowledge and providing a broad variety of educational and technical services;
4. To provide advanced degree programs and services especially tailored to the need and convenience of graduate students of all ages, including working adults of the corporate and industrial communities in the mid-state area; and,
5. To provide an atmosphere that will enhance the emotional, educational, cultural, social, and recreational growth of the total University community.