Oregon State University is a comprehensive, public, research-extensive university and a member of the Oregon University System serving as the state's land-, sea-, space- and sun-grant institution - one of only two universities with such designation in the country. OSU programs and faculty are located in every county of the state and are dedicated to investigating the state's greatest challenges. OSU considers the state of Oregon its campus and works in partnership with the P-12 school system, Oregon community colleges and other OUS institutions to provide access to high quality educational programs. Strong collaborations with industry and state and federal agencies drive OSU's research enterprise.
Oregon State University, a land grant institution, promotes economic, social, cultural and environmental progress for people across Oregon, the nation and the world through our graduates, research, scholarship, outreach, and engagement.
To best serve the people of Oregon, Oregon State University will be among the Top 10 land grant institutions in America.
OSU Strategic Plan: http://oregonstate.edu/leadership/strategicplan/
Accountability. We are committed stewards of the loyalty and good will of our alumni and friends of the human, fiscal, and physical resources entrusted to us.
Diversity. We recognize that diversity and excellence go hand-in-hand, enhancing our teaching, scholarship, and service as well as our ability to welcome, respect, and interact with other people.
Integrity. We practice honesty, freedom, truth, and integrity in all that we do.
Respect. We treat each other with civility, dignity, and respect.
Social responsibility. We contribute to society's intellectual, cultural, spiritual, and economic progress and well-being to the maximum possible extent.
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Approved by the Oregon State Board of Higher Education on December 17, 1999. Revised January 22, 2002. Revised March 2006 (pending OSBHE approval).
