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Mission Statement

The University of Kansas

The University of Kansas is a major international center for teaching and learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor. The University is committed to excellence in its academic programs and to fostering a multicultural environment that respects the dignity and rights of individuals. Intellectual diversity, integrity, and disciplined inquiry in the search for knowledge are of paramount importance.

School of Education Mission

Within the University, the School of Education serves Kansas, the nation and the world by (1) preparing individuals to be leaders and practitioners in education and related human service fields, (2) expanding and deepening understanding of education as a fundamental human endeavor, and (3) helping society define and respond to its educational responsibilities and challenges.

To accomplish this mission, the School of Education (1) offers an extensive curriculum leading to academic degrees and professional licensure, (2) requires faculty and students to engage in scholarship, and (3) provides a wide range of professional services to schools, other institutions, and individuals.