The University of Texas at Arlington

Mission, Values and Goals

Mission

The Division of Student Affairs fosters student success and lifelong learning through inclusive programs, services, traditions, and events that engage students in the University community and support their academic goals.

Vision

The Division of Student Affairs strives to be a leader in our field, providing an unparalleled educational experience that creates engaged and independent students who are prepared to be active members and leaders within their communities.

Core Values

Learning
We value lifelong learning by providing engaging real world opportunities that enhance the classroom experience by teaching our students valuable life skills, which prepare them for success after college.

Community
We value community and we continually work to strengthen our ties to the University, the city of Arlington, and beyond through active citizenship, traditions, teamwork, and collaborations.

Academic Success
We value academic success as demonstrated by our inclusive approach to student development through our network of comprehensive and interactive programs and services.

Diversity
We value and appreciate diversity by promoting education, respect, and civility through our inclusive and accessible programming and services for all students.

Personal Development
We value personal development by providing a welcoming and stimulating center for student life filled with resources and helpful staff members that promotes growth and self-development and aides in developing students' strengths and talents.

Professionalism
We value professionalism, respect, and interpersonal excellence by providing high quality services and programs which enhance the student experience, respond to the changing demands of the University environment, and prepare our students to have polished interactions during and after their time at UT Arlington.

Free Expression
We value and support an individual’s right to free expression of thoughts including the right to hold and voice opinions, in addition to the right to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas.

Mental & Physical Wellness
We value the mental and physical wellness of our campus community by providing holistic programs, activities, and services that help create healthy lifestyles.

Goals and Priorities

I. Establish an organization that adheres to best practices and highest professional standards.

II. Embrace a dynamic culture of planning, evaluation, and assessment to ensure progress toward the University and the Division of Student Affairs goals.

III. Partner with University community members to enhance and establish new programs, services and traditions that empower and transform students’ lives.

IV. Partner with colleges/schools to foster active learning through co-curricular experiences.

V. Provide a student-centered environment and one that advocates for student needs.

VI. Reduce the impediments to learning for students with disabilities and make campus events and activities physically and programmatically accessible.

VII. Provide students with opportunities for personal development and academic and professional success.

VIII. Assist students in making a smooth transition and connection to University life culminating in active alumni affiliations.

IX. Create comprehensive leadership opportunities to serve emerging leaders.

X. Develop an institutional climate that creates a sense of community and inclusiveness that embraces individuals from various diverse backgrounds.

XI. Provide a campus experience that engages students in a vibrant campus life, engenders pride in being a member of the UT Arlington community, forges lifetime connections to the University and creates citizens who contribute to their communities.