Mission

The University of Kentucky is a public, land grant university dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in education, research and creative work, service, and health care. As Kentucky's flagship institution, the University plays a critical leadership role by promoting diversity, inclusion, economic development, and human well-being.

Vision

The University of Kentucky will be one of the nation's 20 best public research universities.

Values

The University of Kentucky is guided by its core values:

• Integrity
• Excellence
• Mutual Respect and Human Dignity
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Academic Freedom
• Shared Governance
• Work-life Sensitivity
• Civic Engagement
• Social Responsibility