MTSU Mission StatementMiddle Tennessee State UniversityMTSU_073836c9-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42Middle Tennessee State University is a comprehensive university that embraces its role as the destination of choice for Tennessee undergraduates while expanding its reach nationally and internationally through signature programs and select master's and doctoral programs. The University generates, preserves, and disseminates knowledge and innovation and uses scholarship to enhance teaching and public service. The University is committed to preparing students to thrive in their chosen professions and a changing global society.State University & Community College System of TennesseeA major public institution of higher learning, MTSU is a member of the State University and Community College System of Tennessee.Tennessee Board of RegentsMTSU ExecutivesSidney McPheeDR. SIDNEY A. McPHEE: PresidentBrad BartelDR. BRAD BARTEL: University ProvostJohn W. CothernJOHN W. COTHERN: Senior Vice President William J. "Joe" BalesWILLIAM J. BALES: Vice President for University Advancement Andrew OppmannANDREW OPPMANN: Vice President for Marketing and Communications Bruce PetryshakBRUCE PETRYSHAK: Vice President for Information Technology & Chief Information Officer Debra SellsDR. DEBRA SELLS: Vice President for Student Affairs and Vice Provost for Enrollment and Academic ServicesMiddle Tennessee State University will be a vibrant hub for educating accomplished students who are civically engaged and globally responsible citizens; a seedbed for research and entrepreneurship; and an engine of cultural and economic development._073836ca-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42To prepare students to thrive in their chosen professions and a changing global society._073836cb-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42CommunityStandardsCommunity Standards -- MTSU is committed to developing and nurturing a community devoted to learning, growth and service. Each person who joins or affiliates with the community does so freely and accepts and practices the following core values and expectations:HonestyHonesty and Integrity. The notions of personal and academic honesty and integrity are central to the existence of the MTSU community. All members of the community will strive to achieve and maintain the highest standards of academic achievement in the classroom and personal and social responsibility on- and off-campus.IntegrityDiversityRespect for Diversity. The MTSU community is composed of individuals representing different races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, cultures, and ways of thinking. We respect individual differences and unique perspectives and acknowledge our commonalities.RespectEngagementEngagement in the Community. All members of the community are encouraged to participate in educationally purposeful activities that support and enhance the MTSU experience. Active involvement and personal investment in the classroom and throughout the community are hallmarks of an engaged citizen.Non-ViolenceCommitment to Non-violence. MTSU is committed to the principles of nonviolence and peaceful conflict resolution. Community members will freely express their ideas and resolve differences using reason and persuasion.Free ExpressionReasonPersuasionStudent-Centered EnvironmentFoster a student-centered environment conducive to lifelong learning, personal development, and success_073836cc-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d421_07383736-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42Academic ProgramsOffer a broad array of high quality, affordable academic programs grounded in a common core of arts and sciences_073838c6-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d422_07383984-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42Access & Academic OpportunityEnhance access and academic opportunity for a diverse student population, including distance learning and other special services and programs for first generation, non-traditional, high-achieving, and transfer students_07383a1a-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d423_07383ac4-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42Methods & MediaChallenge students through diverse teaching methods and media including educational technology, experiential learning, undergraduate and graduate research, and co-curricular and extra-curricular activities_07383b78-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d424_07383c0e-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42Faculty & ResourcesRecruit exceptional faculty and develops resources to support excellence in instruction, research, creative activity, and public and professional service_07383cc2-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d425_07383d6c-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42Partnerships, Entrepreneurship & Public ServiceDevelop and sustain academic partnerships, entrepreneurial activities, outreach and public service that support instruction and research and that meet the needs of communities throughout the region_07383e0c-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d426_07383ec0-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42International Study & ExchangeServe as an emerging center for international study, understanding, and exchange_07383f60-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d427_07384046-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d42EducationEducate students_073840e6-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d428MTSU StudentsMiddle Tennessee State University educates students to:Logic & CreativityThink logically, critically, and creatively_07384186-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d428.1Values & JudgmentMake sound judgments with an awareness of ethical, moral, and aesthetic values_07384230-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d428.2KnowledgeAcquire a working knowledge of a discipline or a group of related disciplines_073842d0-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d428.3Analysis & ImpactExamine, analyze, and shape the contemporary world through scientific knowledge, creative undertakings, and an understanding of culture and history_073843a2-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d428.4CommunicationCommunicate clearly and precisely and understand the proper role of free expression in our society_07384456-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d428.5TechnologyDemonstrate the effective and adaptive use of current and/or emerging technologies_07384500-b710-11e4-a8d2-159ea7982d428.62011-03-252015-02-17http://www.mtsu.edu/about/mission.phpOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net