At the U, we have a Mission-Based Strategy that keeps us focused on our path forward. Our mission is to transform lives through education, research, innovation and service. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone at the University feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. We intentionally shape our culture by adhering to a set of shared values and behaviors, service standards, and leadership expectations. Our core principles of excellence, value, and integrity provide the foundation for all of our behaviors. Our service standards of safety, caring, responsiveness, and professionalism provide guidelines for how we treat one another and those we serve. Our leadership expectations to build trust, be visionary, be inspirational, serve others, develop people, be courageous, be decisive and, demonstrate business acumen provide behavioral expectations for those who serve as University leaders.
Providing for the welfare and peace of mind for all. Behaviors
- Know and follow all safety procedures in your area.
- Identify and help address potential safety hazards.
- Educate others on safe behaviors.
- Protect privacy of information.
Treating every person with respect and dignity. Behaviors
- Listen to the needs, wants, and expectations of the people I serve.
- Know or find answers for the people I serve.
- Treat everyone with courtesy and respect.
Delivering the highest level of quality service with the optimal use of time and resources. Behaviors
- Offer others help when needed.
- Address issues that negatively impact service.
- Reduce waste of time and resources.
- Look for ways to continuously improve and innovate.
Exhibiting quality in our physical environments and personal behaviors. Behaviors
- Maintain an appearance appropriate to my role.
- Present an orderly and clean work environment.
- Display a positive, solution-oriented attitude.
Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of the field, business, industry, trends, and operations to achieve the most positive outcomes. Stay ahead of the game.
Inspire people to stretch beyond what they think is possible and provide opportunities to enhance talent, learning and development. Unleash potential.
Simplify complex information into clear, actionable insights, effectively communicate plans, guide teams through change, and align efforts with the organization's vision and stakeholder priorities. Simplify the way forward.