Strategic Plan for the Deanship of Graduate Studies:

A.  Vision

To be an international leader in graduate education, committed to the pursuit of knowledge and discovery and the power of intellect.

B.  Mission

To promote and support academic excellence in graduate education across the University in the areas on instruction, research and professional activity, leading to the creation, acquisition, and dissemination of new knowledge and the preparation of outstanding scholars and professionals in a diverse and stimulating graduate academic environment.

Strategic Objectives

• Provide and foster internationally competitive graduate and professional programs that support interdisciplinary inquiry, intellectual development, knowledge and skill acquisition, and student success.
• Attract, nurture, and retain graduate students of high caliber, ability and passion.
• Foster innovative and high quality research.
• Promote cross-program / college collaborations and increased opportunities for interdisciplinary programs.
• Develop strategic and active national and international partnerships in graduate education.
• Expand and strengthen the infrastructure and financial base needed to propel and sustain progress in graduate education.
• Enhance administrative infrastructure of the Deanship of Graduate Studies.