The institution has a clearly defined and published mission
statement specific to the institution and appropriate to an institution
of higher education, addressing teaching and learning and, where applicable,
research and public service. (Institutional Mission)
[Compliance]
Narrative:
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is in compliance with Principle 2.4 because the mission of UAH is as follows:
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is an autonomous campus of The University of Alabama System dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. UAH is a key participant in one of the nation's major international centers for advanced technological research and utilizes its position in this environment to provide unique opportunities and creative programs for students, faculty, and the community. UAH is committed to maintaining a diverse academic community of highest quality, and to providing an environment that facilitates intellectual, cultural, personal, and professional growth. UAH fosters leadership, creative and critical thinking, clear communication, a respect for knowledge, and the pursuit of truth, and an engagement in the challenge and pleasure of a lifetime of learning. UAH, through its graduates and its programs, contributes to economic advancement, health care, cultural enrichment, and the quality of life of the region, state, and nation.
The mission of UAH is clearly defined, specific to UAH, appropriate to an institution of higher education, addresses teaching and learning, research, and public service, and is published broadly and consistently. The UAH mission statement is published in numerous documents, including those listed below as sources.
