About | University of Arkansas
About
The University of Arkansas is one of the nation’s top public universities. The opportunities
and skills we provide improve lives, while our ideas, solutions and collaborations
strengthen communities and economies.
Quick Facts
Key facts and figures about the university, enrollment and our focus on student success,
research excellence and status as an employer of choice.
Traditions
We’re home to some of the most unique traditions found on any campus. As Razorbacks,
we’re proud of what makes us different.
Explore
Visit our campus on The Hill, and enjoy Fayetteville and the region, one of the nation’s
best places to live. You’ll need years to explore it all.
Colleges & Schools
Our 10 colleges and schools encourage undergraduate research and boast an excellent
national reputation across many fields of study.
History
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land-grant university and is the
oldest publicly funded institution in the state.
Administration
Meet the leadership team and support units that are helping the university fulfill
its land-grant mission to serve the state of Arkansas.
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Our Mission
The University of Arkansas is determined to build a better world by providing transformational
opportunities and skills, promoting a culture of collaboration, nurturing creativity,
and solving problems through research and discovery, all in service to Arkansas.
Since 1871, our fundamental purpose as a land-grant institution and state flagship
remains unchanged — to serve the state of Arkansas as a partner, resource and catalyst
by:
Providing access to a comprehensive and internationally competitive public education,
and fostering student success across a wide spectrum of disciplines.
Utilizing research, discovery and creative activity to improve the quality of life,
develop solutions to the challenges we face and drive the state's economy.
Contributing service and expertise through outreach, engagement and collaboration.
The
150 Forward Reaching Higher Strategic Plan
provides goals and direction for advancing the university's land-grant mission.
VISION
Our mission provides a broad outline of the work required to achieve our vision –
that the U of A represents the best of public higher education, advancing Arkansas
while building a better world.
CORE VALUES
Curiosity
Curiosity drives progress – the need to know more, understand better, ask questions
and find answers. We embrace the challenges that come with exploring the unknown and
seeking solutions to the big problems. This intellectual curiosity feeds our determination
to improve lives through discovery, innovation and the expansion of knowledge.
CORE VALUES
Creativity
We are inspired by the art, music, literature, architecture and other creative works
that enrich our lives. But creativity is not limited to the arts and humanities; it
is no less important to the sciences, driving innovation and new technologies. A creative
environment stimulates original thought, varied perspectives and new ways of looking
at things. Creative people and approaches lead to new ideas, improved outcomes and
other valuable contributions that make our lives better.
CORE VALUES
Character
We value personal integrity and character that make us better people, collectively
strengthening our community and society. We strive to be trustworthy, to lead by example,
to get better every day and to have a positive impact on others. We cultivate a culture
of honesty, fairness, respect and understanding. We are accountable to ourselves,
each other and the public we serve.
CORE VALUES
Our Shared Humanity
Our diversity is our strength. We care about the safety, health and well-being of
those around us. We support an open exchange of ideas and respect the unique perspectives
and contributions that each of us provides. We help nourish an inclusive environment
where equity, opportunity, representation and civility are valued. Respecting our
differences creates better understanding of our shared humanity, the foundation of
our mission to build a better world.