School Values

University of Central Florida's Mission Statement:

The University of Central Florida is a public, multi-campus, metropolitan research university, dedicated to serving its surrounding communities with their diverse and expanding populations, technological corridors, and international partners. The mission of the university is to offer high-quality undergraduate and graduate education, student development, and continuing education; to conduct research and creative activities; and to provide services that enhance the intellectual, cultural, environmental, and economic development of the metropolitan region, address national and international issues in key areas, establish UCF as a major presence, and contribute to the global community.

Nicholson School of Communication's Mission:

In support of the University's mission of providing intellectual leadership through quality programs, the School of Communication 1) offers academically challenging undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for professional careers and for further graduate study in a number of communication fields, 2) integrates the study of the several communication disciplines on both the domestic and international levels, and 3) contributes a significant level of service and partnership to the University community, professional organizations and a culturally diverse society.

Nicholson School of Communication's Diversity Statement:

It is the policy of the University of Central Florida and the Nicholson School of Communication to observe integrity, scholarship, community, creativity, and excellence as the core values that guide our conduct, performance, and decisions. The Nicholson School of Communication does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, ethnic origin, physical disability, or sexual orientation. We are committed to encouraging diversity of ideas and points of view, and creating an environment unequivocal for excellence in diversity topics.

University of Central Florida's Vision:

The University of Central Florida will be the nation's leading metropolitan research university recognized for its intellectual, cultural, technological, and professional contributions and renowned for its outstanding programs and partnerships.

University of Central Florida's Creed:

Integrity: I will practice and defend academic and personal honesty.
Scholarship: I will cherish and honor learning as a fundamental purpose of my membership in the UCF community.
Community: I will promote an open and supportive campus environment by respecting the rights and contributions of every individual.
Creativity: I will use my talents to enrich the human experience.
Excellence: I will strive toward the highest standards of performance in any endeavor I undertake.

University of Central Florida's Goals:

Goal 1: Offer the best undergraduate education available in Florida.
Goal 2: Achieve international prominence in key programs of graduate study and research.
Goal 3: Provide international focus to our curricula and research programs.
Goal 4: Become more inclusive and diverse.
Goal 5: Be America's leading partnership university.