Mission Statement
To be a creative and stimulating learning environment for all participants, fostering leadership committed to responsible stewardship in the design of the built and natural world and its diverse citizens. To be a recognized center of excellence in support of the University’s mission as a Land-Grant Institution.
Core Commitments: The College of Architecture, Planning and Design is committed to having:
- a creative, stimulating learning environment that inspires shared learning and creative growth;
- a motivated, compassionate and diverse faculty and staff committed to great teaching, relevant research and exemplary service to the community and the profession;
- a relevant, dynamic curriculum built on a practice-centered paradigm;
- an inquisitive, creative and diverse student body, actively engaged as leaders within the College, the University and the profession;
- a network of external supporters who are actively engaged in supporting the College; and
- sustained funding matched to the objectives and strategies adopted by the College.
Our Values: The primary values which guide our interactions, decisions and work are respect, passion, diligence, integrity, diversity, innovation, tolerance and excellence.