Mission, Vision and Values
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Lehigh's Mission statement
To advance learning through the integration of teaching, research, and service to others.
(Adopted 1992)
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Lehigh's Vision Statement
Lehigh University prepares graduates to engage with the world and lead lives of meaning. We commit to:
- National and international research prominence
- Learning experiences grounded in fundamental, transferable skills across all disciplines and in real world challenges
- Strategic risk-taking in the presence of opportunity and adversity
- Social, environmental and economic sustainability
- Meaningful connection and partnership with alumni, supporters and citizens around the globe
- A robust return on the investment in a Lehigh education
- A diverse, inclusive and financially accessible environment
(Adopted 2016)
Essential and enduring tenets -- a small set of timeless guiding principles that require no external justification; they have intrinsic value and importance.
- Integrity and honesty
- Equitable community
- Academic freedom
- Intellectual curiosity
- Collaboration
- Commitment to excellence
- Leadership
(Adopted 2007)