Our guiding principles

Our vision, mission and values

Our vision

The University of Nevada, Reno's vision is to educate and graduate the best-prepared, confident leaders for the state, national, and global community; to be a nexus for research and creativity that focuses on vital issues of our time; and to serve as a catalyst for the betterment of our society.

Our mission

Inspired by its land-grant foundation, the University of Nevada, Reno provides outstanding learning, discovery and engagement programs that serve the economic, social, environmental and cultural needs of the citizens of Nevada, the nation and the world. The University recognizes and embraces the critical importance of diversity in preparing students for global citizenship and is committed to a culture of excellence, inclusion and accessibility.

The University of Nevada, Reno Mission Statement remains consistent with the NSHE Mission Statement (Board of Regents Handbook Title 4, Chapter 1, Section 1.)

Our values

In all of its activities, the University is guided by the following values:

Excellence in all our endeavors
Integrity in all our actions
Inclusiveness of diverse cultures and identities
Collaboration between disciplines and programs and with community partners and stakeholders