that supports the development of the metropolitan Tampa Bay Region, Florida, the United States and the world.  Building upon unique strengths inherent in Florida’s population, location, and natural resources, the university is dedicated to excellence in:

Teaching and lifelong learning in a student-centered environment

Research to advance knowledge and promote social, cultural, economic, educational, health, and technological development

Service based on academic excellence and the ethic of community responsibility

Community engagement to build university-community partnerships and collaborations.