Goal 2: Scholarship and Research
Create and disseminate knowledge through research, artistic expression, and interdisciplinary collaboration that contributes to the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social well-being of regional and global communities.

• Marshal the resources to advance research and creative productivity, particularly in existing and emerging areas of focus and strength
• Recruit and retain highly-qualified faculty and staff in existing and emerging areas of focus and strength
• Recruit and retain highly-qualified graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in existing and emerging areas of focus and strength
• Renovate existing facilities and construct new facilities that support the expansion of research and creative programs

*Strategies and actions are under continuing review